Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Medical Device Solutions

Battelle; United States; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible Fridays off (every other week

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Healthcare, dental, vision

PTO and wellness benefits

Job summary

Battelle is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to join the core product development team in the United States. You will contribute to all phases of design, from requirements definition to verification and transfer to the client, interfacing with electrical, software, systems, and human factors engineers as needed.

This role is for engineers looking to expand their experience, build leadership skills, and accelerate their careers in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment with a

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 6+ or 8+ years in product development, design or consultancies.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical products, subsystems and components.
• Shape product design via upfront brainstorming, functional needs and verification methods.
• Apply state-of-the-art technology to solve design problems across development lifecycle.
• Lab work with technicians for feasibility and refinement.
• Collaborate with program managers to meet budget and schedule.
• Produce design and verification documentation following QS/ISO processes.
• Communicate progress to project leadership and customers.
• Mentor less experienced teammates and contribute to business development tasks.

Skills

CAD software

Project leadership

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Multidisciplinary interface

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

You will be a core team member in the design and development of medical and commercial products and systems. This role contributes to all phases of product design including initial requirements definition, conceptualization, and feasibility assessment/demonstration; detail design including engineering analysis and testing; verification and validation testing and documentation; transfer to the client and follow-on support as needed. Projects typically involve multidisciplinary teams so you will regularly interface with electrical, software, systems, human factors, and other engineers as needed for the project. You will work closely with the program manager as both an individual contributor and/or a technical lead responsible for guiding other engineers also depending on the needs of the project.

This particular role is for experienced engineers who have been part of product development for the early part of their careers but are seeking a new challenge, new environment, or both to build their experience and accelerate their career.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical products, subsystems and/or components
• Participate in shaping the product design through upfront brainstorming and concept generation, as well as defining functional needs, system requirements and verification methods
• Apply creative thought and state-of-the-art technology to solve technical design problems throughout the entire development process
• Work with technicians and/or hands‑on assembly and testing work in the lab to demonstrate feasibility or refine the design solution
• Work with program managers to complete and/or lead tasks within budget and schedule
• Generate design, development and support documentation following QS/ISO processes and procedures
• Communicate results and progress using written and oral communication to project leadership and the customer
• Work with management and Team Leads to participate in (and potentially lead) developmental activities for less experienced team members
• Participate in business development activities including drafting proposal language and developing task level of effort estimations

Key Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university and 8+ years working experience in product development, solution design, or engineering consultancies or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 6+ years of working experience in product development, solution design, or engineering consultancies
• Design engineering experience with medical technology or simulated regulated technology requiring traceability of the design over time
• Design for plastic injection molded part experience
• Design for manufacturing experience e.g. machined parts, sheet metal, packaging of electronics/cables, etc. for products
• Fluent using CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks)
• Project or technical task leadership experience
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills (verbal, written, and visual)
• Creative problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to conduct technical activities with minimal direction and or assume task leadership responsibilities
• Experienced working in diverse teams and incorporating others’ perspectives into shared ideas and concepts
• Self-starter and continual learner

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design and development of medical devices, diagnostic instrumentation, or drug delivery devices is highly preferred
• Hands‑on general lab skills including the building and testing of prototypes
• Literate in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience using FEA analysis tools with a strong preference for ANSYS
• Experience in the design of high tolerance plastic components for injection and other molding processes.
• Understanding of the FDA Quality System Regulation (QSR) and involvement in an ISO13485 operational environment

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $87,600 - $124,800 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well‑being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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