Engineering Technician - Research & Development

Who We Are

Royal is a diverse manufacturer of injection molding, urethane foam and assemblies. We serve the automotive, furniture, and consumer products industries. People who succeed at Royal are those who share the values of our company:
Integrity, Stewardship, Teamwork, Hard work, Excellence. We're committed to being the employer of choice. Our goal is to build a culture of commitment where everyone is respected and valued, where everyone participates, where everyone matters. We give our employees the responsibility and authority to make decisions, encourage creativity, applaud ingenuity, and reward problem solving.

We are seeking a highly skilled, adaptable R&D Engineering Technician to support our engineering team. You will solve complex technical challenges during product launch and/or manufacturing phases. The ideal candidate brings a variety of technical experiences and a passion for creative problem‑solving. This role reports to the Director of Advanced Development Engineering and is based out of our Corporate Grove plant in Hudsonville, MI.

• Prototyping:
  Build, test, and refine early-stage prototypes to validate new launch and R&D concepts.
• Machine Building:
  Design, fabricate and assemble custom testing equipment and production machinery.
• Production Support:
  Troubleshoot engineering issues during product launch and ongoing manufacturing phases to optimize production, improve quality, and drive cost reductions.
• Design
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Use 3D CAD software and 3D printing to modify parts, fixtures, and machinery components.
• Adaptability:
  Shift focus rapidly between diverse projects to accommodate volatile workloads.
• Cross‑Functional Team Support:
  Work within a cross‑functional launch team including Project Engineers, Tooling Engineers, and Production Supervisors and Managers.

5+ years of comprehensive technical experience including:

• Tooling design
• Fabrication
• Machine building
• Injection Molding (preferred, but not required)

High school diploma, GED or equivalent manufacturing work experience.

Journeyman mold maker, machine repair tool and die experience is a plus, but not required.

Ability to use standard fabrication tools and equipment safely. Equipment could include:

• Vertical Mill
• Lathe
• Grinders
• Saws

Proven ability to find creative solutions to ambiguous technical failures, self-motivated to work independently and manage multiple projects with little supervision, high tolerance for shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and changing daily tasks.

Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works or PTC Creo CAD software for modeling and drafting is a plus.

• Work for an organization that "walks the talk" about caring for people.
• Quarterly bonuses based on profitability - we win together!
• Ownership in the company through our ESOP plan (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).
• Outstanding medical and dental insurance.
• Weekly pay.

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