Senior Mechanical Engineer

OpTalent; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medtech firm in Burnaby is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative medical devices. This role involves overseeing complex projects, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve patient outcomes. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of mechanical design experience, particularly in regulated industries. Join a fast-paced environment that fosters professional growth and impactful projects.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Professional growth

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical design experience in medical devices or regulated industries.
• EIT or P.Eng required or willingness to obtain.
• Expertise in ISO 13485 and design controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects for medical devices.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Guide prototyping, testing, and regulatory submission.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Communication

Project planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Injection molding

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative medical devices that directly improve patient outcomes. You will oversee complex projects from concept through pre-mass production, guiding mechanical design, prototyping, testing, and design validation. This role includes mentoring engineers, providing technical leadership, and collaborating closely with electrical, software, manufacturing, and regulatory teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple mechanical design projects, providing technical direction and project planning.
• Design and develop mechanical components and electro mechanical assemblies for high-reliability medical devices.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring designs meet product requirements and manufacturability standards.
• Guide prototyping, testing, verification, and regulatory submission activities.
• Support production troubleshooting and resolve design non-conformances.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to mechanical engineering team members.
• Maintain meticulous engineering documentation and contribute to intellectual property development.

Qualifications & Must-Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; MS or PhD preferred.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in medical devices or highly regulated industries.
• EIT or P.Eng required or willingness to obtain; EGBC registration encouraged.
• Expert in SolidWorks and related add-ins.
• Experience with injection molding, including insert molding and over-molding.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, design controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Portfolio of previous design work recommended.

Why Join Us?

• Lead impactful projects improving healthcare outcomes.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment.
• Opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration.

Next Steps

If you are an experienced mechanical engineer with a passion for leading medtech design projects, submit your resume and portfolio for consideration.