Medical Device Design Engineer II

Thornton Tomasetti; California (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Sylmar, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to contribute to the design and testing of innovative medical devices. You will design sub-assemblies, run analyses, develop test methods, and support regulatory activities within FDA/ISO frameworks.

The role requires a 3+ year background in medical devices, SolidWorks CAD, and strong communication in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Travel up to 10% may be required; base salary ranges from $81,500 to $141,300.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience designing and testing medical devices.
• SolidWorks or other CAD experience required.
• Analytical design, Design for Six Sigma or similar tool set preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and in a fast paced changing environment with strong communication.
• Willingness to travel including internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design sub-assemblies to meet design goals and specifications.
• Use analysis to evaluate designs and develop tests.
• Develop test methods and models for validation.
• Identify and mitigate sub-assembly risks and support invent disclosures.
• Collaborate with vendors to obtain prototypes and understand capabilities.
• Support pre-clinical/clinical testing and design reviews.

Skills

Analytical design

Design for Six Sigma

Strong verbal and written comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Sylmar, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to contribute to the design and testing of innovative medical devices. You will design sub-assemblies, run analyses, develop test methods, and support regulatory activities within FDA/ISO frameworks.

The role requires a 3+ year background in medical devices, SolidWorks CAD, and strong communication in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Travel up to 10% may be required; base salary ranges from $81,500 to $141,300.