Associate R&D Performance Engineer- Putters

ABOUT THE BRAND: Callaway Golf Company is a premium golf equipment, gear and apparel company with a portfolio of global brands, including Callaway Golf, Odyssey, TravisMathew, and OGIO. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation and premium craftsmanship, Callaway designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance golf clubs, golf balls, apparel, bags, and other accessories—setting the standard for performance in the game of golf. Our Mission: To create demonstrably superior and pleasingly different products powered by innovative technology and premium craftsmanship enabling golfers of all abilities to play their best and find more joy in the game. Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to leave the past behind while moving the game forward. For more information, please visit https://www.callawaygolf.com Assist with the research and evaluation of technical issues related to design and fabrication of innovative golf club design concepts under guidance of Sr. Engineers and functional Teams. Organize physical trials of fabrication methods and techniques new or unique to Callaway Golf. Evaluate performance characteristics and helps establish design targets for prototypes and new products. Works on projects from conceptualization into the design and development phase to manage technical issues that interrelate in the areas of performance, construction, and cost. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate and implement fabrication methods and processes that support innovative designs. Supports the evaluation of new concepts in FEA prior to physical manufacturing Ability to create and adjust algorithms to drive FEA iterations Utilize various data inputs (Robot data points, Player test results, other data inputs) to drive design decisions Assess and mitigate new, unique, and difficult features related to component fabrication. Serve on project teams for performance, prototype, or innovation related activities under guidance of Sr. Engineers. Seek and evaluate external concepts to bring outside technology to golf designs and fabrication. Work within company systems for documentation, communication, and work routing. Assist with patent applications to internal legal department to protect Intellectual Property that may be generated. Document and present project findings, status, and timelines in project reviews. Participate in project teams, using process knowledge, performance knowledge, and other analysis to recommend design strategies. Provide cost analysis of construction or performance features to determine production viability. Investigate key design parameters and their relationship to product performance. Pro-actively interface with the Global Engineering Group on issues related to the production implementation of new performance characteristics and designs. Measure and evaluate competitors clubs for performance, construction, and general technology. Organize physical prototypes via external suppliers, internal prototype capabilities, or by combining both. Act as a technical liaison with external suppliers, internal prototype labs, and internal testing labs. Assess supplier process capability to produce both prototype and production parts. Travel as required to supply base, trade shows, both domestically and abroad. Maintain awareness of other R&D projects and contribute as necessary. Other responsibilities may include: Plan, procure, test, and evaluate physical prototypes to test performance features. Generate technical reports and memos detailing performance analysis and test results obtained. Set up robot and player tests and perform statistical analysis of the results. Perform structural, vibration, and acoustic analysis of new concepts and designs. Organize the physical measurement and testing of prototypes and samples for verification of performance, durability, and conformance. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Knowledge and experience utilizing engineering fundamentals and testing methods. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work with suppliers in an independent mode to solve technical problems. Experience or knowledge of one or more of the following: investment casting, forging, welding, metal finishing, coatings, and/or composites. Experience with injection and compression molding helpful. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, required. Knowledge of Siemens NX or equivalent CAD program preferred. Ability to utilize Finite Element Analysis codes (Hyperworks, LS-DYNA) preferred. Basic knowledge of Matlab or equivalent engineering analysis software. Basic experience with Siemens TCUA or equivalent PLM system. Working knowledge of statistical analysis, Minitab or equivalent. Understanding and interest in the game of golf is preferred. Previous experience in golf industry helpful. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Math, Physics, Statistics or equivalent required. Minimum 1 years related experience. DE&I and EEOC: Inclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you. ARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE TURN? APPLY TODAY! 66,200.00 - 82,700.00 - 99,200.00 USD Annual Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission! By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour (“WGT”). “Modern Golf” is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com. At Callaway we don’t settle or rest on our laurels and we never, ever leave well enough alone. We tinker, tweak and test while making constant strides to break through. Everything we do is about making the turn and improving the game. As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Join our Talent Network to get 1) Job Alerts and 2) Connect with our Recruiters on LinkedIn to follow along and receive Topgolf Callaway Brands career updates!

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