PWI R&D Writing Systems Engineer

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A Writing Systems Engineer is an experience individual contributor responsible for owning system-level performance of industrial inkjet web presses with a strong emphasis on hands-on engineering on-press troubleshooting and technical leadership.

This role leads complex problem solving across ink printhead media firmware and mechanical systems driving print quality reliability and robustness through a combination of deep systems thinking and direct experimentation. The specialist serves as a key decision-maker in resolving ambiguous cross-functional issues and ensuring successful product delivery.

Responsibilities
Hands-on system ownership & advanced troubleshooting (Primary)

• Serve as the technical owner for system-level performance including print quality reliability and production robustness
• Lead hands-on troubleshooting on industrial web presses diagnosing complex print defects (banding mottle nozzle behavior edge effects etc.)
• Design and execute on-press experiments (DOEs) to isolate root causes and quantify system sensitivities
• Drive root cause analysis across subsystems (ink formulation printhead firmware mechanics media) and implement corrective actions
• Support press bring-up ramp customer escalations and field issues often in high-pressure situations requiring rapid data-driven decisions
• Translate real-world press behavior into actionable engineering insights and design improvements

System design & integration leadership

• Define and develop system-level solutions to optimize ink/media interactions printhead performance and image quality
• Lead integration of subsystems (ink printheads media firmware mechanical systems) into a robust high-performing writing system
• Establish system requirements performance targets and tradeoffs across quality reliability and cost

Testing strategy & validation

• Define comprehensive test strategies and validation plans for system performance (IQ durability reliability)
• Architect and guide execution of experiments ensuring high-quality data and clear conclusions
• Establish and evolve system-level metrics and characterization methods

Performance optimization & technical depth

• Apply advanced data analysis and modeling to improve system performance and robustness
• Identify key sensitivities and failure modes driving design changes across subsystems
• Balance competing requirements (print quality throughput cost manufacturability)

Cross-functional technical leadership

• Act as the system-level authority across R&D manufacturing quality and field teams
• Provide clear technical direction and influence design decisions across disciplines
• Mentor junior engineers and guide team problem-solving approaches
• Communicate complex technical issues risks and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders

Program execution & ownership

• Lead system-level aspects of NPI programs from concept through qualification and release
• Define technical milestones risks and mitigation strategies
• Drive closure of critical issues impacting product readiness and customer satisfaction

Education & Experience Recommended
Four-year or Graduate Degree in Mechanical Chemical Electrical Materials Engineering Physics or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
Typically has 4-7 years of work experience preferably in inkjet writing systems or a related field or an advanced degree with 3-5 years of work experience.

Knowledge & Skills
Extensive experience in hands-on engineering system integration and troubleshooting of complex products

Strong expertise in fluidics heat transfer materials and/or electro-mechanical systems

Proven ability to lead root cause analysis and DOE-driven problem solving

Experience with industrial inkjet imaging systems or printing technologies strongly preferred

Proficiency in data analysis tools (Python MATLAB JMP etc.)

Cross-Org Skills
Effective Communication
Results Orientation
Learning Agility
Digital Fluency
Customer Centricity

Impact & Scope
Impacts multiple teams and may act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process.

Complexity
Responds to moderately complex issues within established guidelines.

Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties skills responsibilities knowledge etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range for this role is$93400.00 - 135400.00USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location job-related knowledge skills and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time with or without notice subject to applicable law.

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