Senior Research / Development Engineer

Overview

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring an Senior R&D Engineer at our San Diego, CA facility!

Pay Range

• $105,279.46 - $152.441.35 per year (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!

Perks

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid Leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens.

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here : Kyocera Values . Our company motto is "Do the right thing as a human being," and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.

Role

Senior Research / Development Engineer (ENG5423)

Exempt : Yes

Safety Sensitive : Yes

General Description

The R & D Senior Engineer is responsible for the design and / or development of new or modified products using the methods of technical research, project planning / resourcing, material screening, experimental design (DOE), simulation and product transition to create sustainable and profitable product lines. They act as a technical liaison providing troubleshooting and technical support for projects related to the development of new products, materials, and designs. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. While we expect they exercise judgment within defined procedures of experiment, they also must be creative. This level engineer may be an expert in some specific areas. Must be able to work collaboratively with all other types of engineers and personnel.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Physical Activities and Environmental Conditions

The following physical activities describe those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception. The work environment may include exposure to moving mechanical parts and chemicals, with a usually moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Additional Information

The above statements describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e. : ITAR or EAR. All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP / EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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