SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Job Field: Architect / Engineering Jobs
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Salary: $Not stated
JOB SUMMARY:
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Title: Senior Mechanical EngineerLocation: California-Palm Springs-Palm Springs - Bird Center DrOther Locations:Use mechanical engineering knowledge to design and develop innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of company's strategic plan. This position is responsible for practicing Quality System procedures and complying with its requirements, and carrying out responsibilities as outlined in safety, health and environmental policies; also, completing all required training successfully. * Apply mechanical engineering knowledge to the design and development of new products as well as product changes and enhancements which are consistent with a zero defect level as well as low product cost. * Solve mechanical engineering problems at the component through system level. * Conduct testing utilizing existing test protocols or develop new ones as needed. * Generate written reports. * Assign work to technicians and temporary workers as needed. * Complete projects (including product enhancements) in a manner consistent with corporate objectives. * Contribute to the intellectual property position of the company via invention and patent applications. * Maintain accurate documentation of concepts, designs, drawings, and processes. * Maintain current knowledge of competitive technologies in addition to medical, technical, and biomedical developments related to company products. * Provide mechanical engineering and technical support of products introduced into both the domestic and international markets as well as physician in-service programs. * Oversee outside vendors and consultants as required. * Maintain QSR systems, including pre-production quality assurance procedures, pre-clinical testing programs, and post production QSR compliance in coordination with the Document Control, Clinical, and Quality Assurance functions. * Provide mechanical engineering support in the resolution of product complaints and/or safety issues. * Work with other engineering, manufacturing, clinical affairs, sales and marketing, and quality assurance staff to coordinate pilot production of new products.* Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering required* 5 to 8 years related experience with BS, or 3 years with MS.* Working knowledge of CAD SolidWorks preferred.* Ability to perform word processing and create basic spreadsheets.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
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