Engineering Designer

Battelle; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compressed work schedule

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance for higher education

401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions

Job summary

A leading research and development organization in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an experienced engineer to develop medical products. This role involves working on all phases of product design including testing and verification, collaborating across disciplines. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, three years of experience, and proficiency in SolidWorks CAD. The opportunity allows work in a flexible, hybrid model, promoting work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in conceptualizing design requirements into a feasible design.
• Familiarity with manufacturing techniques for products such as automotive, consumer, and medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical products, subsystems, and/or components.
• Participate in product design brainstorming and concept generation.
• Collaborate with technicians for hands-on assembly and testing.
• Generate design and development documentation following QS/ISO processes.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Creative problem solving

Motivated team player

Ability to conduct technical activities with minimal direction

Initiative-taker and mindset for continuous learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi‑national corporation, a small start‑up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

You will be a core team member in the design and development of medical products and systems. This role contributes to all phases of product design, including initial requirements definition, conceptualization, feasibility assessment/demonstration, detailed design including engineering analysis and testing; verification testing and documentation, and transfer to the client (or manufacturing) and follow‑on support as needed. You will work on projects that typically involve teams from multiple disciplines: mechanical, electrical, software, systems, industrial design, and human factors.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical products, subsystems, and/or components
• Participate in shaping the product design through upfront brainstorming and concept generation, as well as defining the functional needs, system requirements, and verification methods
• Apply creative thought and state‑of‑the‑art technology to solve technical design problems throughout the entire development process
• Collaborate with technicians and/or do hands‑on assembly and testing work in the lab
• Work with Project Management and task leads to complete tasks within budget and schedule
• Generate design, development, and support documentation following QS/ISO processes and procedures
• Communicate results and progress to project leadership using written and oral communication

Key Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills (verbal, written, and visual)
• Creative problem solving and analytical skills
• Motivated team player experienced working in diverse teams
• Ability to conduct technical activities with minimal direction
• Initiative‑taker and mindset for continuous learning

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field; three years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in conceptualizing design requirements and being able to transform requirements into a feasible design based on both verbal and visual information under moderate supervision
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD
• Familiarity with manufacturing techniques e.g. plastic part design, machined parts, sheet metal, packaging of electronics/cables, etc., for products such as automotive, consumer, and medical devices

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with PDM or PTC Windchill vaults
• Plastic injection molding and plastic part design
• Hands on general lab skills e.g. building and testing prototypes
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5

Travel Requirements: Limited travel up to 10% annually

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or Existing Work Authorization

Security clearances: None

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle’s Legal Department.

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers