Sr Mechanical Engineer

Baxter; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where your expertise will contribute to the design of innovative medical devices that save lives. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in creative problem-solving while working on cutting-edge infusion systems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the seamless integration of mechanical and electrical components. With a commitment to flexibility and employee well-being, this company provides a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. Join us in making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Childcare Benefits

Educational Assistance Programs

Commuting Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in mechanical engineering or 1+ years with a Master's.
• Experience in medical devices or regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define design requirements and develop mechanical assemblies for medical devices.
• Perform mechanical analysis including load and fatigue life analysis.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Electro-mechanical Hardware Development

Tolerance Analysis

Thermal Modeling

CAD Systems

Fluid Mechanics

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Masters in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Abacus

Job description

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives.

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will develop creative solutions to challenging problems associated with the design of our new and existing infusion system product portfolio. You will possess strong technical capabilities, an excitement and energy for product development, and a passion for their work and the impact it has on saving and sustaining the lives of patients.

What you'll be doing:

• Defines design requirements and hardware specifications based on customer or user requirements.

• Contributes to development and documentation of mechanical system architectures.

• Creates and develops designs of complex mechanical assemblies, mechanisms, and component parts for electro-mechanical medical devices meeting performance objectives.

• Performs in-depth mechanical analysis and calculations including tolerance analysis (including GD&T), load and fatigue life analysis, and thermal and heat transfer modeling to ensure consistent performance in safety critical applications.

• Work with FEA tools like Solidworks Simulation, Abacus (Structural- Linear/Non-linear).

• Ensures successful integration of mechanical design elements with electrical and consumable components.

• Completes deliverables related to integration of designs from sub-system design teams and external partners.

• Contributes to troubleshooting and problem solving efforts related to mechanical aspects of the design and interfaces with other design constituents.

• Able to effectively transition products to manufacturing and ensure robust products and manufacturing processes.

• Improves mechanical and electro-mechanical designs to optimize for production, reliability, regulatory compliance and cost.

• Resolves competing constraints between interrelated functions (engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, regulatory, marketing, etc.) required to deliver the product to market.

• Defines protocols and orchestrates the necessary testing required to validate the safety and effectiveness of the design(s).

What you'll bring:

• BS in Mechanical or related engineering and 3 + years related experience or Masters with 1+ years.

• A demonstrated track record in electro-mechanical hardware development, preferably medical devices or other highly regulated product domain such as aircraft/automotive/defense industries.

• A proven track record of effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge and experience using CAD systems for mechanical design and analysis especially surface/solid modelling, Master modelling (Solidworks, preferred).

• Good knowledge on drive mechanisms like gears, leadscrews, fluid mechanics preferred.

• Knowledge on Plastics, Sheet metal & casting part designs as per mfg. guidelines. Knowledge on DFM, DFA.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements.At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 to $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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