Research Engineer, I

Overview:

At Zebra we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customers and partners needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen heard valued and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations their employees and those they serve.

Youll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care aboutlocally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What Were Looking For:

Responsibilities:

• Supports and works on scoping experiments to demonstrate idea feasibility and share results

• Carry out experimentations trials characterization analysis and other tasks to support projectneeds

• Carryout appropriate R&D experimental design trials testing recommendations to supportother BU stakeholders and contribute to overall business improvements and growth

• Summarize experimental and theoretical work to support invention disclosure submissions andpatent filings

• Maintain an organized and tidy workspace to promote efficiency and a safe environment

• Embrace a diverse and inclusive culture

This is a hybrid position located in Lincolnshire IL.

This position is expected to start February 2027.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors (BS) Degree in Science or similar discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Zebra Technologies Internship

• Hands-On Lab R&D:Design prepare and physically execute bench-scale experiments material trials and chemical formulations to prove feasibility and accelerate product development.

• RFID or wireless communication skills

• Programming experience with Java Python C C

• Proficiency with AutoCAD

• Independent Self-Starter Curious Problem Solver Analytical Collaborative

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Pay Range:

Incentive Compensation:

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Salary offered will vary depending on your location job-related skills knowledge and experience.

Additionally all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota most other roles the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work adaptable hours Summer Flex Fridays Focus Fridays and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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