Product Development Engineer for Hardware Programs

Product Development Engineer for Hardware Programs
Project Associate I
Center for Regional Economic Advancement, Research and Innovation Office

Who We Are

Research and Innovation (RI), led by the Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI), enables, and advances the University’s research priorities as well as research activities of Cornell facilities, laboratories, institutes, and research centers (FLICS).

Cornell’s Center for Regional Economic Advancement in the Research and Innovation Office, fuels economic growth and diversity through entrepreneurship and innovation programs. The Center for Regional Economic Advancement supports and empowers people to start and grow new ventures by leveraging the university’s robust educational and industrial assets. Learn more about the entrepreneurship programs supported by the Center for Regional Economic Advancement here: https://crea.cornell.edu/ 

Our Hardware Accelerators, based at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, support every kind of startup, across all fields and we are proud to offer a collection of programs and services specifically aimed at helping hardware and physical product startups launch and grow. Click this link to learn more about our Hardware Accelerators: https://www.revithaca.com/hardware/ 
 

What You Will Do

As a Product Development Engineer, you will leverage your deep technical knowledge to help entrepreneurs develop early prototypes and transition to manufacturing. You will work with early-stage entrepreneurs to help them develop the skills necessary for them to build physical products and prototypes. Additionally, you will work closely with the Assistant Director and team of hardware instructors in the design and develop of products for entrepreneurs in our programs.

The Product Development Engineer has the responsibilities such as but not limited to:
• Work with the Assistant Director to determine project/product scope, architecture, and key challenges for entrepreneurs (program participants) and their prototypes
• Conduct design reviews and assist entrepreneurs (program participants) in prototype fabrication and evaluation
• Coordinate the progress of engineering deliverables for entrepreneurs (program participants), towards agreed-upon deliverables
• Manage and ensure the day-to-day readiness in our purpose-built prototyping shop and extend shop capabilities to best facilitate concept-to-production transitions, with regard to industry and manufacturing best practices
• Assist the Assistant Director with the innovative design, planning, and implementation of new and existing hardware accelerators
• Assist with program(s) recruitment and evaluation
• May support the hiring and training of interns (hardware instructors)

Campus Collaboration: Entrepreneurship programs supported and run by the Center for Regional Economic Advancement requires our team to work with people and departments across Cornell and organization outside of the university, depending on the scope of role.

Success Factors: While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

What We Need
We ask you to submit a cover letter and resume outlining your interest in this position and explaining how your experience and qualifications match the position requirements.
When reviewing your materials and evaluating your candidacy, we will look for evidence of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2-4 years of industry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at any given time, to work independently, and to make decisions that can significantly impact the University and projects
• Proficiency in networking and communicating with a diverse population of groups and individuals;
• Ability to draft various correspondence, reports, presentations, etc.
• Experience in managing complex projects and priorities within a matrixed work environment; keen attention to detail and flexibility is critical

What We Prefer

Additionally, we would like to see evidence of:

• Masters degree in engineering or equivalent area of study
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electronic prototyping
• Experience with the product development process from concept to manufacture

Rewards and Benefits

• This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The position will allow for the flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days per week. The New York Convenience of Employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.
• Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25 to January 1.
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.

Important Notes about Applying

• Please submit both a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.
• The search committee will review applications as received and conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

There is no visa sponsorship available for this position

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University Job Title:

Project Associate I

Job Family:

Administration

Level:

E

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$62,035.00 - $67,938.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Lindsey Girodo

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2024-11-27