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Senior Engineer- R & D

Date Posted: Jun 23, 2026
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    Location Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America
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    Apply Before: Sep 29, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

SFS Group USA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer for their R&D/Innovation team in Reading, Pennsylvania. This role focuses on developing and industrializing advanced fastening and cold-forming solutions, leveraging materials expertise and project leadership to drive innovations in the construction industry.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead complex product and process development projects using Stage-Gate methodology
  • Define and optimize materials, geometries, and forming processes
  • Drive technical problem-solving for challenging applications and customer requirements
  • Own and steer prototyping, validation strategies, and performance testing
  • Collaborate with key customers and internal stakeholders on technical solutions
  • Ensure Engineering Changes (ECNs) process stability and industrialization readiness
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers and associates
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, quality tests' programs and standards

Required skills

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field
  • PhD preferred in materials, metallurgy, or forming processes
  • 7+ years of experience in product development and engineering within industrial or construction environments
  • Expertise in engineering tools (CAD, SAP, Katia, 3D printing, Confluence, Jira, Microsoft Office)
  • Record in leading complex technical projects from concept to industrialization
  • Deep expertise in steel, materials behavior, and cold forming technologies

What the company offers

  • Competitive starting salary
  • Generous benefit package including profit sharing
  • 401(k) contribution
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offerings
  • Tuition reimbursement program

Skills Required

Company Overview

SFS Group USA, Inc.
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America
7 Current Jobs Openings

SFS Group USA, Inc. has been America's partner of choice for 55 years, supplying over 26 billion fasteners to commercial construction projects. The company focuses on advanced fastening and cold-forming solutions, emphasizing innovation in the constr... Read More

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