Design Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately translate stated internal and external (customer) requirements into a concept and ultimately detailed design using 3D CAD tools.

• Prepare design documents to describe the designed components allowing the procurement or manufacture of the component.

• Work within a team to help guide the work of others: organize, set priorities, schedule, and review work.

• Test, troubleshoot, and provide solutions to technical problems with preventative measures.

• Create project plans and other project-related documentation that covers complementary deliverables alongside the Engineering output.

• Regular reviews with peers and stakeholders to ensure the scope and direction of the tasked project is on schedule.

• Ability to interface with the customer/vendor for all technical aspects of a project.

• Motivated self-starter that pro-actively identifies areas of need and improvement.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Collaborative and team-based approaches to problem-solving, with an emphasis on strategic planning.

• Detail-oriented approach to design, including BOM and drawing accuracy.

• Proficient at reading and interpreting technical documentation.

• Problems are broad, complex, and abstract, often involving company-wide issues. Must develop solutions using substantial creativity, resourcefulness, innovation, negotiation, and diplomacy.

• Good interpersonal skills with an emphasis on strong internal customer support.

Basic Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree (ME/MET) with 5+ years of mechanical or product design experience of life science equipment or medical devices.

• Lead and participate in design and development of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.

• Manage subordinates through engineering and procurement to ensure that program goals and delivery deadlines are met.

• Experience in both product design and manufacturing (tooling and fixtures) environments.

• CAD design of mechanical systems in SolidWorks (v2015 or newer).

• Experience with Standard EN 61010 or equivalent

• Experience in a design and manufacturing environment certified to ISO 9001 / ISO 13485.

Preferred Qualification:

• Ability to translate client requests into existing systems at optimal cost and time targets.
  Knowledge of vibration, temperature, and shock testing.

• Familiar with GD & T practices.

• Technical understanding of various automation and electro-mechanical systems.

• Knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment.

• Experience with small brushless AC/DC motors.

• Experience with PLCs and related software systems.

• Basic programming knowledge as it pertains to automation and systems integration.

• Understanding of electronic document control systems (PDM).