Mechanical Design Engineer III

Job Description

Job Description

At MPE we are dedicated to making a difference in the world through cutting-edge medical technology. Our mission is to be the global leader in design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for the medical and technology industries. We are committed to creating impactful solutions that improve lives and fostering an environment where our team members can thrive, grow and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the medical field.

A better career for you. Creating medical technology for all. 

Job Summary:

The Design Engineer III is responsible for all activities surrounding the physical customer deliverable during the development phase. Additional responsibilities include, design documentation, physical labor to build / test / refine physical prototypes, travel to suppliers, customers and application sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Detailed mechanical CAD work based on internal and external input.
• ERP system data input / management to ensure design data reflects accurate information. 
• Interface with customers, suppliers and internal personnel.
• Presentations to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Understand and apply specifications and regulatory information to the design and relevant processes.
• Travel to customer sites to assist with design, test and startup production.
• Work within established, as well as variable, timelines.
• Effectively utilize Microsoft Office tools.
• Conduct DFMEA internally and/or with customer participation.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records and documents as they relate to Engineering.
• Transfer new products to manufacturing. Assist associates to perform initial build, document issues, and troubleshoot opportunities for improvement.
• Self-motivate to improve knowledge, skills, and experience in clinical applications and Engineering.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. 
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience and/or Training

• Proven competency in Soildworks at least 5+ years 
• Experience with Creo
• Sheet metal design
• GD&T
• Knowledge of IEC 60601-1 standard and/or FDA regulatory requirements
• Five plus years’ experience in medical device design
• Strong computer, math and oral/written communication skills and attention to detail required
• Ability to create / read drawings
• Understand and determine tolerance stack up information
• Knowledge of tooled processes such as cast, injection mold, pressure form, etc.
• Ability to run a technical presentation and speak professionally
• Proficient using hand tools and working with fabrication personnel
• Knowledge of different weld processes and when to apply them

Physical and Mental Demands

• Continuous: Seeing, hearing, reading, writing, sitting, comprehending instructions, correspondence, regulatory and specification information, computer usage
• Frequently: Math, problem-solving, close-up vision, 
• Intermittent: Machine use, fine motor skills, lifting 50 pounds

Work Environment

• General office environment, may require to go onto production floor where PPE is needed, and may be warm/cool depending on temperature, and sound levels are moderate.