Mechanical Engineer 1

Mechanical Engineer I

Mechanical Engineer I Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you an early career engineer who is passionate about innovation and improving patient outcomes? As a Mechanical Engineer I, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of medical technologies that help restore mobility, enhance quality of life, and make a meaningful difference for patients around the world. Working alongside experienced engineers and cross functional teams, you will build your technical expertise while supporting the full product development lifecycle in a collaborative and growth focused environment.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Support the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and medical device systems
• Participate in concept development, prototyping, design evaluations, and product improvement activities
• Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Assist with verification and validation testing, including test method development, execution, data analysis, and reporting
• Support troubleshooting activities, root cause investigations, and engineering change implementation
• Contribute to risk management activities, design reviews, and maintenance of Design History Files
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, Human Factors, and R&D teams to support product development and launch activities
• Learn and apply medical device design controls, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in project meetings and provide technical updates while continuing professional development through training and mentorship

What Will You Need To Be Successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 0 to 2 years of engineering experience, including internships, co ops, senior design projects, or research experience
• Understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering problem solving techniques
• Experience using CAD software through academic, project, internship, or personal experience, with SolidWorks experience preferred
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings, with exposure to GD&T concepts preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and design for manufacturing and assembly principles
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Exposure to testing, data analysis, statistics, or design of experiments through coursework or practical experience is preferred
• Demonstrated curiosity, attention to detail, accountability, and a willingness to learn in a fast paced environment
• Interest in healthcare technologies and medical device development

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.