Machine Shop Manager Biomedical Engineer

Axle; Bethesda (MD); In loco; USD 110.000 - 120.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid Time Off

401K match

Educational Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

FSA: Healthcare

Parking Reimbursement

Dependent Care DCAP

Transportation Reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Axle in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Part-Time Machine Shop Manager Biomedical Engineer to support the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) at NIH. You will design, manufacture, test custom parts and instruments, and oversee machine shop operations, safety, and user training.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in materials engineering or related field with 10+ years of hands-on machining experience, and demonstrates strong collaboration with researchers and QA processes.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in materials engineering, materials science, or another engineering field.
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience.
• Experience designing and building scientific instrumentation with scientists and engineers.
• Proficiency with machining and fabrication including mills, lathes, drill presses, and band saws.
• Knowledge of QA and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Perform validation activities as needed.
• Maintain machine shop in working order through weekly deliverables.

Mansioni

• Consult with researchers and engineers on instrumentation needs and draft parts using CAD.
• Design and fabricate mechanical, electromechanical, optical, and hydraulic instruments for research and clinical applications.
• Manufacture and repair lab equipment parts and tooling fixtures.
• Evaluate design alternatives based on materials and machining capabilities.
• Interpret blueprints to fabricate or repair equipment using hand and power tools.
• Maintain and repair electronic and mechanical components.
• Plan and carry out equipment modifications based on performance after initial use.
• Maintain and organize the machine shop and ensure safety compliance.
• Train users in safe equipment operation and assist with device fabrication.

Conoscenze

Machining & fabrication

MS Office

Instrumentation design

Quality assurance

Collaboration with researchers

Formazione

Bachelor's in materials engineering / materials science

Strumenti

Milling machines, lathes, drill presses, band saws

Descrizione del lavoro

Machine Shop Manager Biomedical Engineer

Bethesda, MD

(ID: 2026-3824)

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Axle is seeking a Part-Time Machine Shop Manager Biomedical Engineer to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) located in Bethesda, MD.

Benefits We Offer:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

The Part-Time Machine Shop Manager Biomedical Engineer will work with investigators to design, machine, fabricate, repair, and test custom parts, scientific instruments, and devices used in research and clinical applications. The position also supports machine shop operations, equipment maintenance, safety procedures, and user training.

Responsibilities

• Consult with researchers and engineers on instrumentation needs and use computer-aided design to draft parts and products.
• Design and fabricate custom mechanical, electromechanical, optical, and hydraulic instruments and devices for research and clinical applications.
• Manufacture and repair specialized laboratory equipment parts, component assemblies, and tooling fixtures.
• Evaluate design alternatives based on material properties, machining capabilities, and project specifications.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and photographs to fabricate, manufacture, or repair equipment using hand tools, power tools, and machine shop equipment.
• Maintain, repair, modify, install, and test electronic and mechanical components.
• Complete unscheduled service orders, including equipment calibration and electronic and mechanical repairs.
• Plan and carry out equipment modifications based on performance following initial use.
• Maintain milling machines, lathes, drill presses, band saws, associated tooling, and hand and power tools; replace tools as needed.
• Arrange and oversee equipment servicing and major repairs.
• Maintain machine shop organization, facility and equipment usage records, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain and enforce standard operating procedures for machine shop equipment.
• Train users in safe equipment operation and assist users with device fabrication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in materials engineering, materials science, or another engineering field.
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience.
• Experience working directly with scientists and engineers to design and build scientific instrumentation.
• Proficiency with machining and fabrication, including the use of milling machines, lathes, drill presses, and band saws.
• Knowledge of design and fabrication quality assurance and relevant industry practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Perform validation activities as needed.
• Demonstrate machining competence and maintain the machine shop in working order through weekly deliverables.

Disclaimer:

The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.

The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: [e-mail]

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

Salary Range

$80 - $87 USD

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