Mechanical Engineer III

United States of America, Pennsylvania, Quakertown

Full time

R5026830

Job Description:

DEXIS is looking for individuals who work their best, help others, and commit to helping us improve our customer lives and celebrate the difference in others.

Who is DEXIS and why should you join the team??

We are the leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative dental imaging equipment, software, and solutions. We offer meaningful work through innovation, diverse opportunities, and career progression.

We also offer

• Competitive Pay and Sign on Bonuses.

• PTO, Sick Time and Paid Holidays.

• Competitive leave policies including but not limited to Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Personal, and Parental Leave Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits effective DAY ONE!!!!

• 401K - company match starting DAY ONE!!!!

• Community involvement opportunities & employee appreciation events.

• Newly renovated, state of the art, climate-controlled facility.

• Newly built 1200 sq fitness room.

• Gourmet coffee, beverages, snacks, and lunches are available in our café.

• Employee Lounge with pool table, shuffleboard and skeet ball for downtime and employee fun!

Where are we?

Situated on the southern edge of the Lehigh Valley and easily accessible from northern Philadelphia suburbs and the surrounding areas, the Quakertown facility is our North American hub for the design and manufacturing of leading dental imaging devices and software. The facility has a growing, energetic, and diverse mix of professionals spanning engineering, operations, regulatory and quality backgrounds that work collaboratively in the fast-paced medical device field. A friendly and open atmosphere helps to foster strong personal and professional relationships across the organization.

Position Description

The Mechanical Engineer III is an experienced individual contributor responsible for supporting existing products through their product life cycle and leading or supporting the development of new mechanical products, subsystems, fixtures, and product improvements for domestic and global markets. The role works cross-functionally with Regulatory, Marketing, Quality, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, vendors, and other engineering disciplines to drive product changes, design control deliverables, sustaining engineering support, continuous improvement, and design transfer activities.

This position requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and practical product development experience. The Mechanical Engineer III works independently with minimal guidance on complex assignments, applies best practices and knowledge of internal and external business issues to improve products and processes, and serves as a technical resource for colleagues with less experience. The role is intended for an engineer who can demonstrate ownership, sound judgment, cross-functional influence, and leadership qualities that support future progression into a people-management or technical-leadership role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads orsupportsengineering projects frominitialconcept and project specification through design, prototype build, verification, design transfer, manufacturing implementation, and post-launch support.

• Develops mechanical designs, assemblies, components, fixtures, tooling, and related specifications while balancing safety, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and user needs.

• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to translate customer, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, and business requirements into practical mechanical design solutions.

• Prepares andmaintainsengineering documentation for multiple audiences, including design inputs, design outputs, drawings, bills of material, test protocols, test reports, engineering analyses, ECNs, and design history file content as applicable.

• Participates in and may lead cross-functional design reviews, FMEA activities, risk analysis,usabilityor human factors reviews, troubleshooting sessions, and technical decision reviews.

• Developsverification strategies and writes orreviewstest protocols for mechanical products, components, assemblies, fixtures, and design changes.

• Performs hands-on testing, prototyping, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and design iteration using engineering judgment and data from multiple sources.

• Interprets legacy designs and performs sustaining engineering activities, including product support,componentobsolescence resolution, supplier changes, value engineering, and continuous improvement.

• Interfaces with manufacturing, subcontractors, suppliers, and international design teams in design transfer, technical support, and vendor coordination situations.

• Designs, fabricates, or coordinates test parts, equipment, jigs, and fixtures using internal resources, suppliers, basic machine tools, and rapid prototyping methods asappropriate.

• Supports Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance activities by integrating applicable design control, risk management, regulatory, and quality system requirements into engineering work.

• Facilitates or contributes to the ECN process for cross-functional workstreams and ensures assigned engineering deliverables are completed withappropriate quality, traceability, and timeliness.

• Prioritizes and manages multiple projects or activities with limited supervision, elevating risks, tradeoffs, and resource needs ina timelyand professional manner.

• Acts as a resource for engineers, co-ops, interns, and colleagues with less experience byprovidingtechnical guidance, peer review, coaching, and support without direct supervisory authority.

• Demonstrates leadership behaviors consistent with future management potential, including accountability, clear communication, collaboration, constructive feedback, and the ability to build consensus across functions.

• Supports and contributes to continuous improvement and Envista Business System activities such as Daily Management, Problem Solving Process, Visual Project Management, and standard work improvement as applicable.

• Completes other duties as assigned.

Leadership and Management Readiness Expectations:

• Models accountability by owning commitments, following through on deliverables, and communicating risks or decisions early.

• Builds trust with cross-functional partners by listening, clarifying requirements, and aligning technical recommendations with customer, quality, regulatory, operational, and business needs.

• Provides informal guidance to less-experienced engineers and helps raise the technical capability of the team through mentoring, peer review, and practical coaching.

• Uses data, structured problem solving, and professional judgment to resolve complex issues and drive timely decisions.

• Demonstrates readiness for future people leadership by showing consistency, composure, documentation discipline, prioritization, and the ability to influence outcomes without formal authority.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical product design, sustaining engineering, new product development, design transfer, manufacturing support, or a closely related engineering role; an advanced degree may be considered in combination with relevant experience; experience in a regulated industry such as medical device, aerospace, or automotive is highly desired

• Demonstrated ability to independently complete complex engineering assignments with minimal guidance and to make sound engineering recommendations based on data, analysis, risk, and business needs.

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical parts, assemblies, mechanisms, materials, tolerancing, drawings, specifications, and design for manufacturability.

• Proficiency with 3D CAD and 2D drawing tools such as SolidWorks preferred, Creo, or equivalent.

• Hands-on experience with testing, prototyping, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and verification of mechanical designs, products, or fixtures.

• Working knowledge of design control documentation, engineering change control, risk-based decision making, and cross-functional product development practices.

• Demonstrated ability to lead small to moderate technical workstreams, coordinate cross-functional input, mentor less-experienced team members, and influence without direct authority.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly and build consensus in complex or sensitive situations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard engineering documentation practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated industry such as medical device, aerospace, or automotive.

• Experience with Design Control, DFM, GMP, FDA, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, risk management, or related quality system requirements.

• Experience supporting FDA 510(k) cleared medical devices or regulated product submissions.

• Intermediate to strong knowledge of materials properties and associated processing techniques, including plastic injection molding, CNC machining, sheet metal forming or stamping, casting, and additive manufacturing.

• Experience with FMEA, fault tree analysis, risk analysis, usability or human factors considerations, component selection, reliability principles, value engineering, and design for assembly.

• Experience with basic machine shop equipment, 3D printing equipment, prototype fabrication, and fixture development.

• Formal project management, technical leadership, Lean, EBS, or continuous improvement training.

• Demonstrated interest or capability in developing people, improving team effectiveness, and preparing for a future management or technical leadership role.

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Target Market Salary Range:

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$115,700 - $141,400

Operating Company:

DEXIS

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Envista is a global family of more than 30 trusted dental brands, united by a shared purpose: to partner with professionals to improve lives. Envista helps its customers deliver the best possible patient care through industry-leading dental consumables, solutions, technology, and services. Our comprehensive portfolio, including dental implants and treatment options, orthodontics, and digital imaging technologies, covers an estimated 90% of dentists' clinical needs for diagnosing, treating, and preventing dental conditions as well as improving the aesthetics of the human smile. Envista companies, including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare and Ormco, partner with dental professionals to help them deliver the best possible patient care.

Envista became an independent company in 2019. We brought with us the proven Envista Business System (EBS) methodology, an experienced leadership team, and a strong culture grounded in continuous improvement, commitment to innovation, and deep customer focus to meet the end-to-end needs of dental professionals worldwide. Envista is now one of the largest global dental products companies, with significant market positions in some of the most attractive segments of the dental products industry. For more information, please visit .