Senior Mechanical Engineer
$140,000–$165,000 year
On-site · Plano, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead mechanical design and development of medical device products from concept through launch in a regulated, design-controlled environment. Translate product and system requirements into innovative design solutions, and develop detailed 3D models, drawings, and specifications using SolidWorks. Perform tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, and statistical analysis to ensure performance; support design control activities including DFMEA, risk analysis, and documentation; conduct and support testing activities (ECT and validation); perform FEA and other analyses to validate design and safety; apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize manufacturability and assembly; collaborate with vendors to prototype, test, and refine designs; lead design reviews and drive continuous improvement of existing products; investigate materials, processes, and design enhancements to improve performance and reliability; perform root cause analysis and implement design changes as needed. Full ownership of the product development lifecycle from concept to commercialization in a highly collaborative environment with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams, and exposure to cutting-edge medical technologies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 8+ years of experience in medical device product development
- Strong experience with SolidWorks and mechanical design tools
- Proficiency in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and detailed drawing creation
- Experience working within design control and regulated environments
- Knowledge of plastics, injection molding, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with DFMEA, risk mitigation, and validation methodologies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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