Senior Product Research & Development Hardfacing Engineer

Senior Product Research & Development Hardfacing Engineer to join ESAB, a global leader in welding and cutting solutions. This role leads R&D initiatives to advance hardfacing products and processes while providing technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration, helping to enhance productivity, safety, and performance.

What You'll Do

• Independently lead R&D efforts for new and enhanced hardfacing products.
• Plan, develop, and manage short- and long-term R&D programs using Stage-Gate processes, Gantt charts, DOE, and project management systems.
• Ensure project milestones, deliverables, and timelines are achieved.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including formulations, processing methods, and product standards.
• Generate and maintain records to support intellectual property activities; assist with patent filings and documentation as required.
• Prepare and present technical reports, papers, and internal/external presentations.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and other cross-functional teams to align product development with business objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with Product Management and key accounts to monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and customer needs.
• Provide technical expertise and support to internal and external stakeholders as required.

What We're Looking For

• Master’s degree or PhD in Metallurgical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong foundational knowledge of steel properties and their impact on welding and hardfacing performance.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive R&D experience, preferably in hardfacing filler metal product development.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret specifications and design and conduct testing to validate product performance and compliance.
• Solid understanding of the product development lifecycle from concept through commercialization.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Proven project management capabilities and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20%.
• Open to relocation, as required.

Nice to Have

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Compensation & Benefits

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