Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineer – Medical Device Development

Design innovative medical technologies that improve lives. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of next-generation medical devices from concept through commercialization. This is a highly visible role that partners with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Product Management, and Manufacturing teams to bring innovative products to market while ensuring compliance, reliability, and performance.

Lead mechanical design and product development efforts from early concept through design transfer and commercialization.

Create 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, GD&T, tolerance analyses, and design documentation using SolidWorks.

Select materials and manufacturing processes including injection molding, machining, extrusion, and additive manufacturing.

Collaborate with electrical, software, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to develop integrated product solutions.

Plan and execute verification and validation activities, including performance, reliability, safety, and biocompatibility testing.

Drive risk management activities, including FMEA and fault tree analysis.

Support manufacturing scale-up, supplier qualification, process development, and ongoing product improvements.

Manage external vendors and development partners to meet project objectives, timelines, and quality requirements.

Troubleshoot technical challenges and provide engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 7+ years of mechanical design experience, including 3+ years in medical device development.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and 3D CAD design.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles, prototyping, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project leadership skills.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and laboratory evaluations.

Experience with Class II or Class III medical devices.

Expertise in design verification and validation testing.

Experience with EN60601 safety testing and regulatory compliance.

Strong background in risk management tools such as FMEA and fault tree analysis.

Experience supporting supplier qualification, manufacturing transfer, and sustaining engineering activities.

Lead the development of innovative medical devices that directly impact patient care.

Own projects from concept through commercialization.

Influence product design, manufacturing strategy, and business outcomes.

If you're a passionate mechanical engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and bringing innovative medical products to market, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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