MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Job Field: Architect / Engineering Jobs
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $Not stated
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Mechanical EngineerTracking Code330Job Description Job Title:   Mechanical Engineer                                                             General Summary:Responsible for the design and development of mechanical systems and components  Essential Functions:·         Design and develop new therapeutic and diagnostic medical devices. ·         Develop new concepts, participate in product development, define mechanical requirements, design system and component packaging and layouts. ·         Design and implement complex mechanical systems, assemblies, mechanisms and disposable components. ·         Perform component and system testing, write verification test plans, protocols and reports.·         Create design documentation in the form of mechanical drawings, specs, and schematics·         Manage external vendors in the fabrication of components and assemblies.·         Work with manufacturing engineers to develop internal assembly and work instructions.·         Work with electrical and software engineers to develop product requirements.·         Participate in product design reviews, risk analysis, and other project team activities.Required SkillsSkill Requirements:* Strong analytical skills; ability to solve novel and challenging issues, design and conduct experiments, analyze data sets and draw conclusions* Hands-on approach; ability to rapidly create, troubleshoot, and iterate on prototypes (using machine shop tools)* Thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals including machine design, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, basic material science* Experience designing disposable products for moderate/high volume manufacturing* Experience with fluidic and/or heat exchange systems* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Knowledge of fabrication processes used in manufacturing (e.g. injection molding, ultrasonic welding, stamping, metal casting, urethane casting, etc.)* Medical product development experience; familiar with common standards (FDA, ISO)* Knowledge of concepts & processes specific to the manufacture of sterile medical devices (e.g. biocompatibility, packaging, sterilization)* 3D CAD (SolidWorks) – experience creating and applying appropriate tolerances to 3D models and 2D drawingsRequired ExperienceEducation/Training/Experience Requirements:* Minimum of 10 years related experience* BS required (MS preferred) in mechanical engineering or related fieldPreferred Experience:* Knowledge of electromechanical systems, data acquisition systems, and basic electronic troubleshooting* DFM/DFA training/experience* NVH engineering training/experience Job LocationSunnyvale, California, United StatesPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular
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