Manufacturing Engineer II (Temporary/Contractor)

Davita Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a temporary Manufacturing Engineer II to develop and improve manufacturing processes for medical devices. Responsibilities include creating SolidWorks models, troubleshooting tooling, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years engineering experience, preferably in medical device industry.
• Ability to create components and assemblies.
• Excellent attention to detail and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Create drawings and models in SolidWorks.
• Design, implement and troubleshoot manufacturing tooling.
• Support process development and manufacturing validation.

Skills

SolidWorks

Technical writing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Company:

Join our team and help build the future DNA medicine.

INOVIO is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases. INOVIO's technology optimizes the design and delivery of innovative DNA medicines that teach the body to manufacture its own disease-fighting tools. For more information, visit www.inovio.com.

Job summary
The temporary Manufacturing Engineer II assists in developing and improving manufacturing processes, techniques and procedures associated with building, packaging, labeling and maintaining medical devices (electromechanical and sterile disposable) used in ongoing clinical trials. The tasks are completed by the temporary Manufacturing Engineer II with a steady focus on continuous improvement of product quality through leaner concepts and activities.

Essential job functions and duties

• Create drawings and models in SolidWorks.
• Design, implement and troubleshoot manufacturing tooling and fixtures with minimal to moderate supervision.
• Design and implement product packaging and labeling per applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
• Implement new and revised product and packaging documentation through Change Control System.
• Verify, validate and document product designs with minimal to moderate supervision.
• Work with Sr. Manufacturing Engineers to help develop new processes and procedures for new and existing product lines.
• Support manufacturing, process validation, development, and product research efforts.
• With some supervision, create and revise Manufacturing and Testing Work Instructions including visual aids, Specifications, Inspection and Qualification Documentation.
• Perform equipment Qualification/Validation.
• Investigate and report manufacturing issues, failures and non-conformances. Support Quality System Technical Compliance with participation in Material Review Board, Non-Conforming Material Investigations and Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) activities.
• Solve production related problems and document solutions.
• Participate in design reviews as needed.
• Follow processes and procedures for supporting and developing products.
• Provide engineering support for other departments and other Manufacturing Engineering duties as necessary.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering (BSME).
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience required; experience in medical device industry preferred.
• SolidWorks experience required.
• Ability to create components, assemblies, and drawings.
• Technical writing experience is preferred.
• Highly experienced user of Microsoft Office Suite to create documentation, spreadsheets, and databases to support Manufacturing operations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proven professional qualities, including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire / ability to work in a team environment.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Inovio employees.

The hourly range for this role is $40.67 to $48.40. Individual pay decisions ultimately depend on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, education, geography, internal equity and alignment with external market data.

Disclaimer

INOVIO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. In keeping with our policy, INOVIO will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job titles the most qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, creed, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

A current US work authorization is required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. INOVIO offers an attractive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Important notice to employment businesses/agencies

INOVIO does not accept referrals from employment agencies unless written authorization from the INOVIO Human Resources department has been provided. In the absence of written authorization, any actions undertaken by employment agencies shall be deemed to have been performed without our consent and therefore INOVIO will not be liable for any fees arising from employment agency referrals in respect to current or future position vacancies at INOVIO.