About this opportunity
Kadant Johnson LLC lists this Research and Development Engineer opportunity in three rivers, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Kadant Johnson is seeking a results-driven, hands‑on professional to join our Research and Development Team at our Three Rivers, Michigan facility. This position will support the research, development, testing, and project management of new fluid control products and technologies serving a variety of process industries. The role will involve working closely with engineering, operations, sales, and other cross‑functional teams to evaluate product concepts, solve technical challenges, and help bring innovative solutions from development through commercial implementation.
Responsibilities
Project management execution from discovery to commercial implementation
Drive innovation and generate product opportunities
Specifying, designing and implementing industrial process controls
Ability to design and carry out proof of concept testing for fluid control equipment
Assist in the creation and maintenance of R&D test machines and their controls to support product testing.
Facilitate presentations, seminars, and meetings as required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or engineering technology
Ability to work in industrial environments
Travel required on an as‑needed basis based upon company needs, including customer visits, field support, supplier engagement, training, or other business‑related activities
Desirable Experience/Knowledge
3‑D modeling FEA and CFD (preferred Solidworks)
Industrial control (PLC, VFD, I/O, process instrumentation, etc.)
Control Logic (OPTO 22, Rockwell, AB, etc.)
Steam and Condensate systems
Fluid seal design (mechanical and elastomeric)
Mechanical aptitude
The successful candidate will be able to work independently while effectively planning, prioritizing, and executing multiple projects and day‑to‑day responsibilities. This individual must demonstrate sound technical judgment, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to develop practical, innovative solutions that support product development and continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate should be self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and comfortable collaborating with cross‑functional teams, vendors, customers, and other internal stakeholders as needed.
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Worksite address
three rivers, MI, 49093, US
Who can apply
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