Senior Mechanical R&D Engineer

Syenta; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ResMed in Sydney is seeking a Senior Mechanical R&D Engineer to join the Devices Mechanical Engineering team. You will contribute to the concept-to-production development of pressurised systems for respiratory devices, balancing performance with manufacturability and user experience.

You will work in cross‑functional teams with designers and engineers, build prototypes using additive manufacturing, conduct verification tests, and document designs in ResMed's quality system.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with 3D CAD modelling – Creo preferred, other CAD accepted.
• Product development experience in medical devices or regulated industries is advantageous.
• Interest/experience in fluid dynamics, acoustics, pneumatic systems, pumps or electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience with ANSYS CFD and injection‑moulded components is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop components and assess design impact on performance, manufacturability and user experience.
• Apply design requirements related to patients, usability, therapy performance and cost.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, electronics, systems and manufacturing.
• Build and evaluate prototypes using additive manufacturing and hands‑on methods.
• Design and conduct testing including verification and validation to meet requirements.
• Solve design problems using first principles, simulations and empirical methods.
• Document designs and testing accurately and proactively communicate progress and risks.
• Participate in risk management activities and DFMEA.
• Operate within ResMed’s Quality Management System and regulatory requirements.
• Develop technical skills and share learnings to improve team capability.

Skills

Curious mindset

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Job description

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The Devices Mechanical Engineering team

The Devices Mechanical Engineering team develops innovative products from concept to production to improve health outcomes for millions of people around the world. Mechanical engineers work within a project team to research, design, develop and verify products that can be manufactured in high volume. This role is in the Pressure Systems Mechanical sub‑team, which designs components and subsystems that deliver pressurised air to treat sleep apnoea and other respiratory conditions.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for developing components, considering how design decisions impact product performance, manufacturability, and the end‑user experience.
• Understand and apply design requirements relating to patients and customers, usability and accessibility, therapy performance, environmental factors, cost, quality, and design for manufacture and assembly.
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating with industrial designers and engineers from mechanical, electronics, systems, software, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Build and evaluate prototypes using a range of techniques, including additive manufacturing and hands‑on fabrication methods.
• Design and conduct testing, including verification and validation activities, to demonstrate that designs meet requirements under expected use and operating conditions.
• Solve design problems using scientific analysis from first principles, simulation tools and empirical methods.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of designs and testing.
• Communicate progress, technical challenges, and risks proactively with project team members and stakeholders.
• Participate in risk management activities, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating design risks through processes such as DFMEA.
• Work within Resmed’s Quality Management System and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Actively develop your technical skills, apply Resmed engineering best practices, and share new learning that enhances team capability and improves ways of working.

Qualifications and Experience

You will have:

• A curious, innovative and analytical mind.
• Excellent communication skills and be a team player.
• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with 3D CAD modelling – we use Creo, but experience in any CAD package is acceptable.

Strong candidates will have at least one of the following:

• Engineering experience in a product development role, preferably within medical devices or another highly regulated industry.
• Particular interest or experience in fluid dynamics, acoustics, pneumatic systems, pumps/blowers or electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience with ANSYS CFD.
• Experience designing injection‑moulded components.

Culture and values

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, we commit to respond to every applicant.