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Build a better career with msc.
Serving customer and community starts with the very best people doing their very best workThat is precisely what we have at msc industrial supply co., a leading north american distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (mro) products and servicesWatch here to find out why you should work at msc and join us as we continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplaceRequisition id : 8367 employment type : full time job category : metalworking work location : davidson, nc (csc) - remote state or province : north carolina (us-nc) potential work location : united states : north carolina : davidson
Brief position summary: the srInnovation r&d engineer is responsible for the technical research and development of msc’s innovative metalworking (mw) solutions and servicesThought leadership and sharing conceptual visions for metal cutting/metalworking market solutions is necessaryIn this fast-paced environment, this role requires an ability to develop and commercialize solutions aimed at improving the productivity and profitability of machining businessesAs the visions become viable programs, this associate will ensure alignment with all msc stakeholders, including msc’s executive steering team.
Duties and responsibilities:
Creates, develops and assists with commercializing new business innovations within msc’s mw customer types
Develops and brings to market products, services and solutions that solve msc’s customers’ most pressing business challenges (e.gSkills shortage, productivity, efficiency, speed, machine optimization, data, etc.), while the programs enable msc to impact more of the manufacturing workstream
Creates services or solutions which enables msc to monetize the investment and earn revenues based on its valueGenerates profit to reinvest in bringing to life additional services.
Provides ongoing technical direction and strategy on existing tools and solutions (ex, ap op, msc millmax®, msc machinemax pro™, techmate, etc.)
Leads innovation (products, solutions, or services) development from initial concept through full commercialization (training, deployment, optimization, and revenue/profit gains.
Works closely with manufacturing leadership at the dept of energy’s oak ridge national laboratory
Supports achievement of mw sales and gross margin goals for msc
Assists in the creation of mw sales strategies to address opportune and/or emerging markets
Maintains keen awareness to latest manufacturing trends and relevant topics
Assists with msc’s affiliation with mw trade organizations, such as ntma, isa, amt and othersAlso works closely with universities and other commercial business leaders in a consortia-type forum.
Collaborates with sales readiness to support the fluency of manufacturing/mw concepts for msc’s sales teams, including field sales, business development, national accounts and telesalesEnsures mw and/or manufacturing competencies across organization
Works closely with msc’s marketing team to develop relevant content associated with innovations, including messaging, video, voice-overs and more.
Fosters the msc culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of msc’s vision and unity of purpose.
Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required.
Measurements of success:
Development and deployment of industry-relevant mw programs
Acceptance and engagement of solutions and services by msc’s mw customers
Sales and profitability of developed solutions commensurate with value extracted by customers
Education and experience:
Advanced degree (master’s or doctorate) in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering or a related discipline; bachelor’s degree and 4 years engineering experience in lieu of advanced degree may be considered.
At least 2 years of experience in machining and/or machine tool research required
Expertise in machining and/or machine tool dynamics preferred
Skills:
Must possess excellent organizational skills and effective listening skills
Strong communication skills in a presentation forum (live and virtual), as well as one on one, and will small groups
Knowledge of the manufacturing and mw marketplaces from varying perspectives, including: end users, distributors, manufacturers/suppliers, as well as the national/regional landscape
Must demonstrate a deep understanding of how manufacturing customers operate; encompassing the actions within the entire manufacturing workstream (cad, cam, quoting/estimating, machine selection, operating parameters, etc.)
Must possess a clear understanding of the manufacturing technology, including current and future technological advances
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide range of disciplines within each customer from end user to procurement directors, financial directors, plant managers, engineering and programming
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide range of msc associates including sales, marketing, category management, finance, and other departments.
Working knowledge of financial systems including budgets and modeling
Must possess the ability to develop reports and presentations.
Strong computer and mobile device skills are a must
Other requirements:
A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel up to 25% of the time may be required.
Why msc
PeopleCollaborationInsightThat’s how you build something that worksBuilt on a foundation of trust, msc works side by side with our customers to help them drive business resultsWith more than one million product offerings and 75+ years of experience across industries, msc strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions.
We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potentialWhen you join our team, you will receive rewards and recognition for your contributions, training and professional development opportunities, as well as a variety of benefits to support you and your family`s health, well-being, and financial future.
If you are inspired to learn, take risks, and succeed as a team, you can build a better career at msc.
Equal opportunity statement
At msc, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law.
