Mechanical Engineer

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace policy

Onsite 3 days a week

Job summary

Baxter is redefining patient care through innovative medical technology. In this role, you''ll design and develop next-generation infusion systems that directly contribute to saving and sustaining lives.

You''ll tackle complex engineering challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and bring new products from concept through commercialization. You''ll work with CAD and simulation tools to create robust designs, translate customer needs into specifications, and support manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1-3 years of engineering experience; medical device or infusion pump experience is a plus.
• Experience with CAD modeling and mechanical design analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, product development, and engineering best practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms for advanced electro-mechanical medical devices.
• Translate customer and user needs into product requirements, specifications, and system architectures.
• Apply expertise in plastics, sheet metal, castings, DFM/DFA, drive mechanisms, and fluid systems.
• Perform engineering analyses including tolerance stack-ups, structural, thermal, fatigue, and reliability assessments.
• Utilize CAD and simulation tools (SolidWorks preferred; FEA experience a plus) to create and validate designs.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, design improvements, and product qualification activities.
• Support product transfer to manufacturing, optimizing designs for scalability, quality, compliance, and cost.

Skills

CAD modeling

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter

Join a team that's redefining patient care through innovative medical technology. In this role, you'll help design and develop next-generation infusion systems that directly contribute to saving and sustaining lives. You'll tackle complex engineering challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and bring new products from concept through commercialization.

What You'll be Doing

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms for advanced electro-mechanical medical devices.
• Translate customer and user needs into product requirements, specifications, and system architectures.
• Apply expertise in plastics, sheet metal, castings, DFM/DFA, drive mechanisms, and fluid systems.
• Perform engineering analyses including tolerance stack-ups, structural, thermal, fatigue, and reliability assessments.
• Utilize CAD and simulation tools (SolidWorks preferred; FEA experience a plus) to create and validate designs.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, design improvements, and product qualification activities.
• Support product transfer to manufacturing, optimizing designs for scalability, quality, compliance, and cost.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1-3 years of engineering experience; medical device or infusion pump experience is a plus.
• Experience with CAD modeling and mechanical design analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, product development, and engineering best practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Why You'll Love This Role

You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful technology that impacts patient outcomes worldwide, while growing your technical expertise alongside a talented team of engineers dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $76,000 to $104,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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