{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9d2885cd444cb7480f5eb05b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9d2885cd444cb7480f5eb05b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9d2885cd444cb7480f5eb05b","title":"Design Engineer","description":"MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer and Ettlinger – five successful and well experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing and filtration systems and also pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications, but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industry.\nMain position objectives\nThe Research and Development (R&D) engineer is responsible for designing and developing new products, services, and processes related to polymer manufacturing equipment. Integral to the development of new products, they will work on projects to increase product performance, reduce costs, reduce environmental impact, and support a highly diverse customer base. This individual will work closely with Product Management, Sales, Technical Service, and Manufacturing, to support the innovation and improvement of over 5 product lines to include, but not limited to, Die Plates, Dryers, Filtration, Pulverizers, and Tempered Water Systems.\nWhat You'll Do:\nUnderstand and hold paramount the needs of the end user to develop and improve new and existing products within Maag Americas Centers of Excellence (COE’s): Die Plates, Dryers, Large Area Filtration, Pulverizers, Tempered Water Systems.\nPerform product development steps as assigned, based on project complexity, including, but not limited to\nProject Management: schedule management, budget tracking, Risk Assessment and Mitigation Plans (RAMP)\nConcept Generation: concept down-selection, prototyping, establishing customer needs and engineering characteristics\nProduct Development: engineering design reviews, design life and safety calculations/simulations, Design For Manufacturability (DFM), Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE), manufacturing support (fixture/jig design), performance validation\nProduct Launch: technical product presentations, commercial literature review, generate production documentation (Models, drawings, Bill Of Materials (BOM), product compliance proofs)\nDevelop testing plans and execute tests to investigate first principles, evaluate proof of concept (PoC) designs, and validate new/existing products\nEngage in activities aimed at exploring opportunities for innovation with an open mind and willingness to consider the impossible\nStay up-to-date on technological advancements in the polymer and manufacturing fields while actively looking for opportunities to improve products and processes\nCollaborate with global teams to ensure seamless integration with adjacent Maag equipment\nExecute day-to-day engineering functions, such as 3D modeling, drafting, interact with ERP and Product management software, write Engineering Change Orders (ECN), etc.\nThe incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention, and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within their scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.\nThe incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to their position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved\nWhat You'd Bring:\nRequired\n3+ years Solid Works or similar CAD system\nDesirable\n5+ years’ experience in design related field such as R&D, applications, or manufacturing\nExperience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable\nExperience in Experimental Design (DoE) is highly desirable\nExposure to global safety regulations applicable to product compliance (i.e. CE, ATEX, NR-12)\nExperience using measuring / test equipment, including micrometers, multi-meters, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s)\nEducation\nRequired:\nBS in Mechanical Engineering (or Associates degree in engineering technology with 7+ year of experience in an applicable field)\nDesirable\nBasic-advanced material science knowledge specific to metals and polymers\nUnderstanding of metals and their manufacturing processes: forming, machining, welding, brazing\nUnderstanding of mechatronics, Industry 4.0, and IoT principal integration\nMultilingual (German preferred)\nInterpersonal skills and behavioral competencies\nRequired:\nHighly communicative with excellent verbal and written communication skills\nInnovative mindset, always looking at improving our processes\nHighly organized and efficient in approaching tasks\nIndependent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate/avoid issues\nStrong team player, work ethic and commitment to win\nAbility to multi-task and react to change quickly\nDesirable\nCustomer-focused with the ability to coach and mentor\nStrong aptitude in contingency planning\nWe consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nEmployee discount\nFlexible schedule\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nVision insurance\nSchedule:\n8 hour shift\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you have SolidWorks or similar CAD systems experience?\nExperience:\nResearch & development: 3 years (Required)\nLanguage:\nGerman (Required)\nAbility to Commute:\nEagle Rock, VA 24085 (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nEagle Rock, VA 24085: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWillingness to travel:\n25% (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Dover Precision Components","rawCompany":"dover precision components","city":"Eagle Rock","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:59:43.497Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"333914","title":"Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"measuring-dispensing-and-other-pumping-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Design Engineer","description":"MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer and Ettlinger – five successful and well experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing and filtration systems and also pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications, but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industry.\nMain position objectives\nThe Research and Development (R&D) engineer is responsible for designing and developing new products, services, and processes related to polymer manufacturing equipment. Integral to the development of new products, they will work on projects to increase product performance, reduce costs, reduce environmental impact, and support a highly diverse customer base. This individual will work closely with Product Management, Sales, Technical Service, and Manufacturing, to support the innovation and improvement of over 5 product lines to include, but not limited to, Die Plates, Dryers, Filtration, Pulverizers, and Tempered Water Systems.\nWhat You'll Do:\nUnderstand and hold paramount the needs of the end user to develop and improve new and existing products within Maag Americas Centers of Excellence (COE’s): Die Plates, Dryers, Large Area Filtration, Pulverizers, Tempered Water Systems.\nPerform product development steps as assigned, based on project complexity, including, but not limited to\nProject Management: schedule management, budget tracking, Risk Assessment and Mitigation Plans (RAMP)\nConcept Generation: concept down-selection, prototyping, establishing customer needs and engineering characteristics\nProduct Development: engineering design reviews, design life and safety calculations/simulations, Design For Manufacturability (DFM), Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE), manufacturing support (fixture/jig design), performance validation\nProduct Launch: technical product presentations, commercial literature review, generate production documentation (Models, drawings, Bill Of Materials (BOM), product compliance proofs)\nDevelop testing plans and execute tests to investigate first principles, evaluate proof of concept (PoC) designs, and validate new/existing products\nEngage in activities aimed at exploring opportunities for innovation with an open mind and willingness to consider the impossible\nStay up-to-date on technological advancements in the polymer and manufacturing fields while actively looking for opportunities to improve products and processes\nCollaborate with global teams to ensure seamless integration with adjacent Maag equipment\nExecute day-to-day engineering functions, such as 3D modeling, drafting, interact with ERP and Product management software, write Engineering Change Orders (ECN), etc.\nThe incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention, and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within their scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.\nThe incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to their position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved\nWhat You'd Bring:\nRequired\n3+ years Solid Works or similar CAD system\nDesirable\n5+ years’ experience in design related field such as R&D, applications, or manufacturing\nExperience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable\nExperience in Experimental Design (DoE) is highly desirable\nExposure to global safety regulations applicable to product compliance (i.e. CE, ATEX, NR-12)\nExperience using measuring / test equipment, including micrometers, multi-meters, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s)\nEducation\nRequired:\nBS in Mechanical Engineering (or Associates degree in engineering technology with 7+ year of experience in an applicable field)\nDesirable\nBasic-advanced material science knowledge specific to metals and polymers\nUnderstanding of metals and their manufacturing processes: forming, machining, welding, brazing\nUnderstanding of mechatronics, Industry 4.0, and IoT principal integration\nMultilingual (German preferred)\nInterpersonal skills and behavioral competencies\nRequired:\nHighly communicative with excellent verbal and written communication skills\nInnovative mindset, always looking at improving our processes\nHighly organized and efficient in approaching tasks\nIndependent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate/avoid issues\nStrong team player, work ethic and commitment to win\nAbility to multi-task and react to change quickly\nDesirable\nCustomer-focused with the ability to coach and mentor\nStrong aptitude in contingency planning\nWe consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nEmployee discount\nFlexible schedule\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nVision insurance\nSchedule:\n8 hour shift\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you have SolidWorks or similar CAD systems experience?\nExperience:\nResearch & development: 3 years (Required)\nLanguage:\nGerman (Required)\nAbility to Commute:\nEagle Rock, VA 24085 (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nEagle Rock, VA 24085: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWillingness to travel:\n25% (Required)\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-04-12T20:59:43.497Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T20:59:43.497Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Dover Precision Components","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Eagle Rock","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"9d2885cd444cb7480f5eb05b"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9d2885cd444cb7480f5eb05b"}}