R&D Writing Systems Engineer

HP Inc.

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Work type
On-site
Location
Corvallis, OR
Salary
$93,400–$135,400 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Mar 20, 2027

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Below market

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This role $114k
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About HP Inc.

HP Inc. is a global technology company that develops and sells personal computers, printers, and related supplies and services. Its products include laptops, desktops, workstations, and printing solutions for consumers and businesses worldwide.

HP Inc. currently has 117 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · R&D Writing Systems Engineer

The PWI R&D Writing Systems Engineer is an individual contributor role focused on owning the system-level performance of industrial inkjet web presses. The engineer performs hands-on troubleshooting to resolve complex print defects like banding and mottle while designing and executing experiments to isolate root causes across ink, printhead, firmware, and mechanical subsystems. This role involves developing system-level solutions for ink and media interactions, defining validation plans, and managing new product introduction programs from concept through release. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in fluidics, heat transfer, materials, or electro-mechanical systems. Technical proficiency is required in data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, and JMP. The role addresses the technical challenges of ensuring print quality, reliability, and production robustness within industrial inkjet writing systems to solve complex manufacturing and performance issues.

What you'll do

  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting on industrial web presses to diagnose complex print defects and system failures.
  • Design and execute experiments (DOEs) to isolate root causes and quantify system sensitivities.
  • Drive root cause analysis across ink, printhead, firmware, and mechanical subsystems to implement corrective actions.
  • Develop system-level solutions to optimize ink/media interactions and overall print quality.
  • Define comprehensive test strategies and validation plans for system performance, durability, and reliability.
  • Use data analysis and modeling to identify failure modes and drive design improvements.
  • Act as the technical authority to provide direction across R&D, manufacturing, and field teams.
  • Lead system-level aspects of NPI programs from initial concept through qualification and release.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • 4 to 7 years of work experience in inkjet writing systems or a related field (preferred).
  • 3 to 5 years of work experience with an advanced degree (preferred).
  • 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 (preferred).
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, or JMP.

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