Job Details

*    Employs the appropriate level of engineering rigor to mechanical designs ensuring product robustness, reliability, and patient safety.
*    Designs plastic injection molded parts with an understanding of best practices, material selection, tooling, and troubleshooting.
*    Utilize 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software with an understanding of advanced modeling techniques.
*    Employs CAE simulation software to verify design element(s) including but not limited to FEA, CFD, and mold flow.
*    Designs electro-mechanical assemblies and mechanisms.
*    Creates 2D engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5 standards.
*    Generates and processes Engineering Change Orders.
*    Conducts tolerance analysis of mechanical assemblies.
*    Supports design reviews with a high level of scrutiny and thoroughness.
*    Designs body worn mechanical enclosures for EMI/RF containment and environmental constraints, specifically ingress protection (IP66/67).
*    Consults with Human Factors and implements usability and preference attributes to mechanical designs including soft goods and garments.
*    Defines, plans, and executes project related deliverables while effectively communicating to the appropriate stakeholders within the organization.
*    Supports advanced development technical feasibility studies for future generation products.
*    Conducts product failure investigations, root cause analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE) process for sustaining engineering activities.
*    Supports Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) with Medical Process Validation activities.
*    Researches new products, tools, components, technologies and processes; develops and demonstrates prototypes and recommends a course of action.
*    Works closely with Project Management to plan and track project status.
*    Coaches mechanical co-ops while effectively delegating project tasks.
*    Uses interpersonal skills to coordinate with internal and external teams effectively.

*    Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field strongly preferred.
*    In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related technical field with significant industry experience (typically 10+ years) will be considered.
*    A minimum of 8 years of mechanical engineering or related field is required.

*    Understanding and practical working knowledge of various manufacturing processes and fabrication methods (e.g. machining, casting, sheet metal, adhesives) and their associated limitations, benefits and tradeoffs.
*    Proficient utilizing PLM/PDM (Windchill preferred).
*    Proficient utilizing SolidWorks and/or Creo.
*    Understanding and practical working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (ANSYS preferred).
*    Medical Device or regulated industry experience preferred.
*    Body-worn (wearable) electronic design for textiles and soft goods a plus.
*    General experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
*    Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
*    Fundamental understanding and experience applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.
*    Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.
*    Experience with project management and technical leadership (preferred).

*    Occasional travel may be required.