R&D Engineer - Mechanical

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R&D Engineer - Mechanical

In this role as R&D Engineer, Mechanical
, you will focus primarily on application of structural mechanics to the development and maintenance of superconducting MRI magnet products and technologies.

Your role:

• Perform detailed mechanical design and analysis for superconducting MRI magnet systems, including cryogenic vessels, coil and component support structures.
• Develop and validate structural models for static and dynamic loading conditions using advanced engineering analysis methods to assess stresses and meet allowable material limits.
• Execute product development activities including requirements management, FMEA, risk mitigation, prototype development, verification, validation and documentation of design inputs/outputs.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal manufacturing teams on prototype fabrication, industrialization and qualification activities to implement new designs.
• Investigate and resolve field‑related structural issues while contributing to cross‑functional R&D teams throughout all phases of product development.

You are the right fit if:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Physics with 5+ years of experience solving complex multidisciplinary engineering problems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide technical leadership in ambiguous environments.
• Experience with advanced engineering and simulation tools such as ANSYS, Mathcad, Matlab, Thermal Desktop, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency with hands‑on laboratory test setup, test protocol writing, data acquisition and data analysis experience.
• Practical knowledge of fabrication methods including machining, welding, brazing, soldering, forming, ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa, now or in the future.

The pay range for this position in Latham, NY is $102,000 to $163,000. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Total Rewards benefits program, which includes PTO, 401(k) (up to 7% match), HSA with company contribution, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and more.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/VETS and maintains a drug‑free workplace.