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Are you ready for a new adventure? Based in Louisville, Colorado, Head Rush Technologies is on a mission to empower the most epic adventures in the world. We create innovative equipment for climbing gyms, family entertainment centers, camps, schools, and adventure parks. Explore the job openings below for your chance to join the Head Rush team!

Openings

Job Title: New Product Development (NPD) Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Product Engineering Manager

 

ABOUT HEAD RUSH TECHNOLOGIES:

Being the first company to bring technology from trains, elevators, and roller coasters into the climbing arena, we are best known for our application of eddy current braking in products such as our TRUBLUE Auto Belay, as well as our QuickFlight Free Fall Device and zipSTOP Zip Line Brake.

It’s not just our products that set us apart though. At Head Rush, we believe in connecting passion with purpose. To do this, we partner with climbing’s biggest stars, film festivals, and advocacy organizations to grow the sport of climbing by promoting better access and inclusiveness. What else do we stand for? We value our customers and collaboration, see problems as opportunities to drive results, and relentlessly focus on quality. Most importantly, we love what we do and why we do it!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The New Product Development (NPD) Engineer supports Head Rush Technologies’ plan to successfully launch New Product Initiatives. Their work ensures that the New Product Initiative meets all specifications, certification, and other requirements as defined by the NPD process and that the project remains on schedule and budget. The NPD Engineer creates, completes, and/or manages First Article Inspections, Verification Testing Regimens, Component/Assembly Design Iterations, Test Reports, Technical Drawing Releases/Updates, GD&T Strategy, and other tasks defined by the NPD process. This position works within the cross-functional New Product Development Team and reports to the Product Engineering Manager.

The NPD Engineer position requires a self-starter with a minimum 5 years of experience developing consumer products from concept thru production and aftermarket support. Experience working with overseas vendors, ODM contractors, compliance regulations, and/or developing consumer products for the EU market is a plus. Working knowledge of material properties/selection, designing and testing mechanical assemblies, and manufacturing processes including metal forging, plastic injection molding, and CNC machining is required. The position requires hands-on testing and evaluation of components, assemblies, and manufacturing processes. The ability to efficiently and creatively solve problems and manage multiple component schedules will be beneficial to this position.

This is a Full Time position reporting to the Product Engineering Manager, based in our Louisville, CO headquarters. The ability to reliably commute is required. Relocation assistance will not be offered for this position.

ESSENTIAL NPD ENGINEER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Objective/Measurement – Completion of assigned tasks within designated timeframe, established within annual action planning processes.

The ideal candidate possesses high mechanical aptitude with a broad range of expertise and the ability to effectively navigate all stages of the New Product Development process. Climbing and/or work at height experience is a plus.

  • Design, develop, and test mechanical components and assemblies for New Product Initiatives, including generation of 2D/3D drawings, BOMs, schematics, process flow diagrams, test reports, etc.

  • Create/Maintain/Manage controlled documents utilizing PDM (Solidworks) software

  • Manage projects as per the NPD schedule

  • Collaborate with the cross-functional NPD Team to make critical decisions related to the New Product Initiative

  • Perform First Article Inspections, recommend design / process changes, and develop vendor capabilities

  • Work with Supply Chain to procure prototype/sample/production components and develop vendor relationships

  • Perform or organize Verification Testing of New Product samples

  • Develop and support Manufacturing Plan for in-house assembly and qualification testing

  • Complete testing and documentation to obtain CE Certification and/or meet other regulatory requirements

  • Develop customer facing documentation including Operator Manuals, Service Manuals, and Troubleshooting Guides

  • Occasional travel to vendors and/or end user locations for on-site validation testing

The above listed essential duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a related engineering discipline

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical New Product Development role

  • Prior experience in a regulated and/or safety critical industry is preferred

  • Minimum 5 years of experience with CAD, Solidworks and PDM preferred

  • Exceptional problem solving/analysis skills using sound engineering principals

  • Extensive experience in the use of analysis tools including DFMEA, DFM/A, NUD Analysis, Verification Testing, etc.

  • Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack analyses

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple component and project schedules

  • Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex information to varied audiences

  • Proven product development experience demonstrated by past product launches

  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

  • Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship is required for this position

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Compensation $80,000 - $120,000 per year + variable year end bonus

  • Company Sponsored Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance

  • 401k with up to 4% Company Match

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Sick Time

HOW TO APPLY:

If this opportunity looks interesting to you, please submit your resume in PDF format to: [email protected] with the email subject: “NPD Engineer Open Role” by February 28, 2025. Include a personalized cover letter explaining how your background applies to the New Product Development Engineer position and your interest in our company. Inclusion of a product portfolio is preferred but not required.

Submissions not meeting all requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be selected for evaluation.

RESPONSES:

Head Rush Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a positive work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Title: Sustaining Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Product Engineering Manager

Work Environment: Primarily On-Site in an office environment with the option for occassional remote work. Frequent use of test lab where adherence to lab safety is required.

 

ABOUT HEAD RUSH TECHNOLOGIES:

Being the first company to bring technology from trains, elevators, and roller coasters into the climbing arena, we are best known for our application of eddy current braking in products such as our TRUBLUE Auto Belay, as well as our QuickFlight Free Fall Device and zipSTOP Zip Line Brake.

It’s not just our products that set us apart though. At Head Rush, we believe in connecting passion with purpose. To do this, we partner with climbing’s biggest stars, film festivals, and advocacy organizations to grow the sport of climbing by promoting better access and inclusiveness. What else do we stand for? We value our customers and collaboration, see problems as opportunities to drive results, and relentlessly focus on quality. Most importantly, we love what we do and why we do it!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sustaining Engineer supports Head Rush Technologies’ Manufacturing and Product Development teams. Their work helps ensure that all products leaving the factory are fully functional, defect-free, and are efficiently and consistently assembled using components that meet the company’s stringent Quality requirements. The Sustaining Engineer works together with the cross-functional teams to implement improvements to Engineering/Production processes and resolve any issues that may arise during production. In addition, the Sustaining Engineer collaborates with New Product Development Engineers to improve the current product line and ensure smooth product launches. This is a hands-on role where frequent mechanical evaluation of components and assemblies is required. Preference will be given to those that have direct experience with the evaluation of complex mechanical assemblies.

When/if the company learns of any manufacturing bottleneck or potential deficiency, it is the Sustaining Engineer’s top priority to collaborate with the necessary teams to efficiently mitigate and/or eliminate the concern. Additionally, the Sustaining Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the systems and procedures to reduce or eliminate future deficiency occurrences.

This is a Full Time position reporting to the Product Engineering Manager, based in our Louisville, CO headquarters. The ability to reliably commute is required. Relocation assistance will not be offered for this position.

ESSENTIAL SUSTAINING ENGINEER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Objective/Measurement – Completion of assigned tasks within designated timeframe, established within annual action planning processes.

The ideal candidate possesses high mechanical aptitude with a broad range of expertise and the ability to effectively oversee change management. Climbing and/or work at height experience is a plus.

  • Design and Develop improved components, assemblies, and tools for Head Rush’s current product line and manufacturing processes

  • Maintain/Update file revisions for current product utilizing Solidworks/PDM

  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement recommended component/assembly/process improvements

  • Assist NPD Engineering with testing and evaluation of new or revised components/products including mechanical testing, DFM/A, GD&T, DFMEA, Tolerance Stack Analyses, and First Article Inspections and with the smooth transition of new product initiatives into production

  • Collaborate with Supply Chain on vendor development, qualification, and cost down initiatives (VAVE)

  • Develop and Maintain component specifications, drawings, inspection documents, and service manuals

  • Aid in the resolution of manufacturing, quality, and reliability issues including root cause analysis and corrective countermeasures

  • Develop and support Manufacturing Plan for in-house assembly and qualification testing

  • Create Engineering Change Requests and manage through completion

  • Document and maintain Engineering processes and procedures

  • Maintain product and company reputation by assuring compliance with Head Rush’s Quality Management System and requirements of Module D CE certification

  • Generate Engineering Reports to clearly communicate test results and recommended actions

The above listed essential duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a related engineering discipline

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Sustaining or Design Engineer role

  • Prior experience in a regulated product development industry is preferred

  • Minimum 3 years of experience with CAD, Solidworks and PDM preferred

  • Working knowledge in the utilization of root cause and corrective action tools and methods

  • Exceptional problem solving/analysis skills using sound engineering principals

  • Project Management Skills – ability to simultaneously manage mulitple projects

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple component and project schedules

  • Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex information to varied audiences

  • Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex information to varied audiences

  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with shifting priorities

  • Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship is required for this position

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Compensation $80,000 - $120,000 per year + variable year end bonus

  • Company Sponsored Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance

  • 401k with up to 4% Company Match

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Sick Time

HOW TO APPLY:

If this opportunity looks interesting to you, please submit your resume in PDF format to: [email protected] with the email subject: “Sustaining Engineer Open Role” by February 28, 2025. Include a personalized cover letter explaining how your background applies to the New Product Development Engineer position and your interest in our company. Inclusion of a product portfolio is preferred but not required.

Submissions not meeting all requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be selected for evaluation.

RESPONSES:

Head Rush Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a positive work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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