Mechanical Design Engineer – Medical Devices & Prototyping

deka; Richmond (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DEKA Research and Development in Manchester, NH seeks a Junior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to medical device development from concept through production. You will design, prototype, test, and document components and assemblies within a multidisciplinary team.

You will manage multiple sub-assemblies, apply 3D CAD modeling, analyze failure modes, and mentor less experienced engineers while collaborating with electrical, software, and design disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• 2+ years' experience with mechanical design for manufacturability in a high precision/high volume manufacturing environment (medical preferred)
• Some experience with electro-mechanical devices with embedded software preferred
• Familiarity with plastic injection molding, die casting, and metal injection molding is a plus
• Organizational and coordination skills with a detail-oriented mindset
• High energy, drive, commitment, self-initiative, and perseverance to drive projects forward to completion
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset
• Ability to communicate technically with a variety of engineering disciplines

Responsibilities

• Generate creative solutions to design problems considering risk, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, weight and cost
• Transition concepts into products using 3D CAD modeling, defining requirements, selecting materials and processes, and documenting development
• Troubleshoot design failure modes to root cause and develop quick, effective solutions
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team including electrical, software, industrial design, and controls
• Evaluate designs through prototype testing and requirement verification
• Technical review and approval for mechanical component and assembly designs, analysis, and testing
• Mentor less experienced engineers and exemplify mechanical engineering best practices

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Manufacturing awareness

Design for manufacturability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

3D CAD Solid Modeling

Job description

DEKA Research and Development in Manchester, NH seeks a Junior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to medical device development from concept through production. You will design, prototype, test, and document components and assemblies within a multidisciplinary team.

You will manage multiple sub-assemblies, apply 3D CAD modeling, analyze failure modes, and mentor less experienced engineers while collaborating with electrical, software, and design disciplines in a fast-paced environment.