Design Engineer – Research & Development (Heavy-Duty Clutches & Brakes)

Job Summary

We are seeking a technically proficient Design Engineer to join our Research & Development team, specializing in the design, analysis, and development of heavy-duty clutches and brakes. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, testing, and refinement of new and existing products for high-torque, high-energy industrial applications. This role bridges concept development and production readiness, requiring strong engineering fundamentals, creativity, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical/engineering solutions for new products and technologies within R&D projects
• Translate research concepts and requirements into detailed designs, models, and prototypes
• Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D CAD models in accordance with company and industry standards
• Perform detailed analytical calculations & simulations (e.g., stress, thermal, tolerance, or performance analysis) to validate designs
• Build, test, and evaluate prototypes; analyze test results and iterate designs as needed
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure design feasibility
• Support design verification and validation activities, including documentation and reporting
• Participate in design reviews and contribute technical recommendations and improvements
• Stay current with relevant technologies, materials, and industry trends
• Support transition of designs from R&D to production, including supplier technical engagement
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and safety requirements

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in a design engineering role, preferably within an R&D environment
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or similar)
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with prototyping and product testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience with simulation or analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD)
• Exposure to product development lifecycle from concept to production
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as precision grinding, spline forming, and heat treatment.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks
• Effective communication and technical documentation skills
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and innovation

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative R&D projects
• Collaborative and technically driven work environment
• Exposure to high-energy, safety-critical mechanical systems
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].

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