Mechanical Engineer III

KARL STORZ North America; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to lead design, development, testing, and optimization of mechanical components for robotic surgical platforms. You will work on motors, gearing, materials, and manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, at least five years in R&D or product development, CAD proficiency, and knowledge of medical device regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• At least five years of R&D or product development experience.
• CAD proficiency; knowledge of materials, manufacturing, and medical device regulations.
• A master's degree and medical device experience are preferred; strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and optimization of mechanical components and systems for robotic surgical platforms, including motors, gearing, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams; ensure regulatory and safety compliance; prepare design documentation, drawings, BOMs, and technical reports.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Robotic Surgical Platforms

Mechanical Design

Product Development

Brushless Motors

Gearing

Supplier Management

CAD

SolidWorks

Material Selection

Manufacturing Processes

Medical Device Regulations

ISO 13485

FDA Compliance

MDR Compliance

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree

Medical device experience preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Lead the design, development, testing, and optimization of mechanical components and systems for robotic surgical platforms, including motors, gearing, materials, and manufacturing processes. Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams, ensure regulatory and safety compliance, and prepare design documentation, drawings, bills of materials, and technical reports.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and at least five years of relevant R&D or product development experience are required, along with CAD proficiency and knowledge of materials, manufacturing, and medical device regulations. A master's degree and medical device experience are preferred; strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills are also expected.

Key Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Robotic Surgical Platforms, Mechanical Design, Product Development, Brushless Motors, Gearing, Supplier Management, CAD, SolidWorks, Material Selection, Manufacturing Processes, Medical Device Regulations, ISO 13485, FDA Compliance, MDR Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration