Mechanical Engineer – Medical Devices, Design & Prototyping

Abbott Laboratories; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (HIP PPO)

Tuition reimbursement

FreeU education benefit

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Irving, TX, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the development and improvement of products, manufacturing processes, prototypes, fixtures, and tools within the Core Lab division. The role involves applying engineering principles to solve technical problems, optimize performance, and support cost-effective manufacturing.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related STEM field.
• Minimum 3 years Relevant Experience.
• Engineering experience in product / process development and technical design.
• Ability to apply statistics and analytical thinking.
• Technical knowledge and expertise of subsystems, design protocols, and problem-solving tools.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong written & verbal communication skill Demonstrated experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop product components, subassemblies, tooling, and fixtures.
• Analyze designs using testing, simulations, and engineering calculations.
• Select materials, components, and technologies that meet product requirements.
• Build and evaluate prototypes to verify performance and reduce design risks.
• Support product testing, validation, and reliability assessments.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to products, equipment, materials, or manufacturing processes.

Skills

Statistics

Analytical thinking

Engineering design

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Irving, TX, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the development and improvement of products, manufacturing processes, prototypes, fixtures, and tools within the Core Lab division. The role involves applying engineering principles to solve technical problems, optimize performance, and support cost-effective manufacturing.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.