Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Cardiac Medical Devices

Capstan Medical Inc.; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flex time off

Job summary

Capstan Medical, based in Santa Cruz, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to own production and process development for the Capstan Mitral Valve loading system. You will join the Implant Manufacturing team and oversee development and transfer of next‑generation designs.

Ideal candidates bring at least 4 years in medical device manufacturing, strong CAD and mechanical design skills, and a track record of solving complex manufacturing challenges in a fast‑paced, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in a medical device manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve MPIs, DHRs, and inspection processes
• Train technicians/operators to assembly instructions
• Address process and component NCRs
• Work with suppliers to ensure component quality
• Design and implement fixtures for assembly and inspection
• Work cross‑functionally to set up and execute build plans

Skills

Excellent communication

CAD skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Capstan Mitral Valve loading system

Job description

Capstan Medical, based in Santa Cruz, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to own production and process development for the Capstan Mitral Valve loading system. You will join the Implant Manufacturing team and oversee development and transfer of next‑generation designs.

Ideal candidates bring at least 4 years in medical device manufacturing, strong CAD and mechanical design skills, and a track record of solving complex manufacturing challenges in a fast‑paced, collaborative setting.