Mechanical Engineer, Staff

A-dec Inc.; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A-dec Inc. is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead development of complex dental products and technologies. You will guide cross-functional teams, drive design validation, and promote best practices across engineering disciplines.

The role emphasizes autonomy, collaboration with operations, quality, and external partners, and delivering robust, validated solutions with a focus on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in product development or related disciplines.
• Experience leading complex engineering programs across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of complex products, systems, and technologies across multiple projects.
• Provide technical leadership and influence decisions, engineering practices, and solutions.
• Evaluate risks and tradeoffs to support sound engineering decisions.
• Develop and validate designs through analysis, prototyping, testing, and problem solving.
• Mentor engineers and technicians; promote engineering best practices.
• Support adoption of engineering standards, tools, and processes.
• Lead resolution of complex quality issues and cost-saving initiatives.
• Contribute to innovation through exploration of new product solutions.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Technical leadership

3D CAD

Prototyping & testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLM tools

Job description

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

The Staff Mechanical Engineer is an experienced technical leader responsible for driving the successful development of complex products, systems, and technologies across multiple projects and engineering teams. This role applies advanced engineering expertise and systems thinking to solve complex technical challenges, guide engineering decisions, and improve product and business outcomes.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Staff Engineer provides technical leadership through collaboration, mentoring, and influence. The role partners closely with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, marketing, service, and external partners to ensure successful product development, risk management, and implementation of engineering best practices.

Depending on the assignment, the role may provide technical leadership in specialized disciplines such as fluid control systems, including pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, water delivery, vacuum, and electromechanical systems.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive the development of complex products, systems, and technologies across multiple projects.
• Provide technical leadership and influence technical decisions, engineering practices, and solutions across multiple projects.
• Evaluate technical alternatives, risks, and tradeoffs to support sound engineering decisions.
• Develop and validate designs through analysis, prototyping, testing, and problem solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver successful product outcomes.
• Mentor engineers, designers, and technicians while promoting engineering best practices.
• Support the development and adoption of engineering standards, tools, and processes.
• Drive resolution of complex quality issues, large-scale cost-saving initiatives, and critical customer issues.
• Contribute to innovation through technology exploration and development of new product solutions.
• Serve as a technical resource within areas of expertise, including fluid control technologies as applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and product development processes.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Proven technical leadership across multiple projects and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD, engineering documentation, and product lifecycle management tools.
• Experience with engineering analysis, design verification, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Hands-on product development experience including prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and design refinement.
• Ability to evaluate technical risks and make sound engineering decisions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, influence, and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, quality systems, and product validation practices.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and engineering excellence.
• Experience with fluid control technologies, including pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, vacuum, water delivery, or related systems preferred.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Typically requires 8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, product development, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience developing products within regulated, manufacturing-intensive, or customer-focused industries preferred.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership across complex engineering projects and influencing technical direction beyond a single project or product.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in one or more technical disciplines relevant to product development.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 35 pounds with or without assistance on a routine basis. Must have manual hand dexterity to grasp, operate tools and equipment repetitively. Able to walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, and occasionally kneel, climb steps, and twist throughout an entire shift. Some areas may be exposed to chemicals, noise, vibration and /or dust, and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, etc.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.
A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor*

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.