Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical EngineerMaxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer.Job Title: Principal Mechanical EngineerJob Type: ContractJob Location: Raleigh, NCWork Schedule: On-siteRate: $65, Based on experienceJob Summary: Principal mechanical engineers develop new products, redesign existing products, and perform research and testing on product concepts related to medical devices. This individual will be an important member of the company Advanced Development team focused on research, development, and bringing to market medical devices to support company business objectives. The successful candidate will be involved with projects covering all aspects of advanced development including concept, design, verification testing and transfer to manufacturing. Must have worked in a medical device company and familiar with regulatory and quality requirements throughout all stages of the product development life cycle.ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadMechanical EngineeringInnovationDocumentationTest MethodsPrototype ManufacturingGood Laboratory Practice ProficiencyOther Duties As AssignedEssential SkillsLead SelfLead OthersTime ManagementDigital AcumenProblem SolvingEmotional IntelligenceResiliencyCommunicationLeadershipCollaborationProject ManagementMotivate & InfluenceTechnical & Functional Skills: Thorough understanding of test method validation, GR&R, GD&T, and statistical analysis. Solidworks or other CAD experience. Understanding and application of ISO Quality System requirements and FDA regulations for medical device manufacturing. Familiar with a variety of manufacturing processes including mechanical and electromechanical.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in ME, IE or EE or other relevant Engineering discipline. 10+ years of related design and manufacturing experience in the medical device and/or component development industry. Design Control experience including design and process verification and validation. Experience in manufacturing and assembly process development and validation (IQ, OQ, PQ). Injection molding, die casting, metal stamping and/or machining knowledge, including fixtures gauges and tooling experience.Preferred Qualifications: Practical knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies or SPC. Green or Black Belt certification. Familiar with project management methods and tools.Travel Requirements: Up to 20%Physical Requirements: This position requires you to sit, stand and perform general office functions. You may also be required to lift up to twenty-five pounds occasionally. Bending, stooping and reaching are also frequently required. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and colleagues. This policy includes our commitment to ensure that all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status (including Vietnam era veterans), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non-job-related characteristic protected by law.About Maxonic: Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.