Associate Mechanical Engineer

ZOLL Medical•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design and development of ZOLL`s life-saving medical devices. This includes design, implementation, debug, test, and post-production support in a regulated environment. Additional responsibilities include development and maintenance of design documentation, participation in technical reviews, and providing technical support to other internal cross-functional groups. May also support research, design, and technical feasibility projects. This position requires the candidate to possess a high level of creativity and apply knowledge of engineering principles.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field strongly preferred
In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related technical field with significant industry experience (10+ years) will be considered
0-3 Mechanical Engineering experience required
Understanding and practical working knowledge of various manufacturing processes and fabrication methods (e.g. machining, casting, sheet metal, adhesives) and their associated limitations, benefits and tradeoffs.
Proficient utilizing PLM/PDM (Windchill preferred).
Proficient utilizing SolidWorks and/or Creo.
Understanding and practical working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (ANSYS preferred).
General experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Fundamental understanding and experience applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

Employs the appropriate level of engineering rigor to mechanical designs ensuring product robustness, reliability, and patient safety.
Designs plastic injection molded parts with an understanding of best practices, material selection, tooling, and troubleshooting.
Utilize 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software with a basic understanding of modeling techniques.
Employs CAE simulation software to verify design element(s) including but not limited to FEA, CFD, and mold flow.
Designs electro-mechanical assemblies and mechanisms.
Designs and fabricates custom test fixtures.
Creates 2D engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5 standards.
Generates and processes Engineering Change Orders.
Conducts tolerance analysis of mechanical assemblies.
Supports design reviews with a high level of scrutiny and thoroughness.
Executes project related deliverables while effectively communicating to the appropriate stakeholders within the organization.
Supports advanced development technical feasibility studies for future generation products.
Conducts product failure investigations, root cause analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE) process for sustaining engineering activities.
Uses interpersonal skills to coordinate with internal and external teams effectively.
Contributes to engineering Verification/Validation activities.
Supports mechanical engineering sustaining activities.