R&D Design Engineer

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R&D Design Engineer

Job Code: 20100 Engineer I

Job Details
Location: Milwaukee, WI (relocation assistance available if needed)

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Position Overview

Cleaver-Brooks is seeking a results-driven Design Engineer to support advanced product development initiatives. This role works within a product development environment focused on research, product design, and technology integration to shape the future of industrial heating solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and launch next-generation products that strengthen Cleaver-Brooks’ leadership in sustainable, high-efficiency solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation and Product Development

• Collaborate with R&D engineers to develop high-performance, energy-efficient thermal solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies, materials, and design methodologies to improve product performance.
• Ensure products meet regulatory, performance, and safety requirements, including applicable ASME Pressure Vessel Codes.

Project Management and Execution

• Oversee product development and testing activities.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure quality and on-time execution.
• Apply agile and lean engineering principles to improve design and development efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a technical resource for internal stakeholders on design, application, and performance considerations.
• Partner with suppliers and vendors to support cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

Industry Knowledge and Compliance

• Monitor industry trends, regulatory updates, and competitive developments to inform product strategy.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Contribute to technical knowledge sharing through presentations, innovation forums, or intellectual property efforts as appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline is required.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience in R&D, product design, or product development.

Technical Skills

• Experience with CFD and FEA analysis tools.
• Knowledge of heat transfer, combustion systems, and ASME Pressure Vessel Codes.
• Familiarity with machining processes, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and industrial piping.
• Experience with engineering design, prototyping, and product testing.

Additional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to engineering teams, customers, and leadership.

Why Join Cleaver-Brooks

Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in fully integrated boiler and burner systems. Our strength comes from a comprehensive product portfolio that includes boilers, burners, controls, and a full range of ancillary and aftermarket solutions. This single-source capability allows us to deliver integrated boiler room solutions that reduce total cost and optimize space.

With more than 90 years of industry leadership, Cleaver-Brooks is committed to providing efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally responsible solutions that deliver long-term value for our customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accessibility

Cleaver-Brooks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment, consistent with applicable laws. Essential job functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Cleaver-Brooks?

Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. We lead the boiler/burner industry due to our unmatched distribution network’s ability to deliver the knowledge, service, training, and support that are essential to long-term performance. Our customers will tell you that we are the only equipment provider that manufactures boilers, burners, controls, and a full array of ancillary and aftermarket products. They will also mention that our unique single-source capability means that we can deliver fully integrated boiler room solutions that reduce overall costs and optimize space. It is our focus on products that deliver the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. Cleaver-Brooks continues a 90+ year legacy of providing the customers we serve with extraordinary products designed to deliver unsurpassed performance through the power of commitment.

Be a Leader in Innovation

• Work on cutting-edge R&D projects shaping the future of industrial heating technology.
• Lead a team driving breakthrough product innovations.

Collaboration with Industry Experts

• Work alongside highly skilled engineers, designers, and business leaders.
• Be part of a company that values technical expertise and forward-thinking leadership.

Benefits of Being a Cleaver-Brooks Employee:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long-term disability
• Cash matching 401(k) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Employee discount program
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.