Mechanical Engineer I

STERIS•Birmingham, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Position Summary This Mechanical Engineer I will perform a variety of mechanical engineering assignments with a focus on hands-on part measurement, mechanical design, and complete mechanical systems. Responsibilities include measuring and reverse-engineering components, creating and modifying 3D models using SolidWorks, developing detailed engineering drawing sheets, and ensuring components meet design requirements and function properly within verification systems. The role requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate physical components and engineering requirements into accurate, manufacturable designs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
At least 1 year of related experience required.
Analyzes and solves technical problems.
Seeks input from experienced individuals to improve quality of deliverables.
Must have had exposure in a regulated industry (medical preferred): Materials engineering, metallography, and working with polymers, and plastics.
Must have the ability to build prototypes as well as reverse engineer mechanical parts.
Machining processes and techniques, ability to solder and handle small delicate parts is essential.
Parametric modeling - SolidWorks preferred
Schematic capture, PCB layout and CIS/DE-HDL, library tools.
Understanding of mechanical systems and interaction with overall electrical sub-systems
Working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Translating voice of customer input into specific design requirements
Design control methods, including verification/validation testing techniques.
Project management.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical parts and processes for use in new product development and the repair of surgical devices.
Measure and document mechanical parts considering complete mechanical systems.
Conduct research that tests and analyzes the fit, form, and function of new components and the feasibility, design, operation and performance of existing equipment, components, systems and processes.
Create solid models and engineering drawings with a focus on manufacturability.
Develop, source and evaluate prototype designs.
Conduct failure analysis and identify critical components.
Specify system components that conform to engineering design and performance specifications.
Design tooling, jigs and fixtures.
Perform first article and prototype inspections.
Conduct technical presentations to medical professionals and IMS employees.
Coordinate with purchasing and the production floor to find suppliers and vendors.
Create part numbers for components and assemblies for purchasing, inventory control, and factory use.
Operate effectively in a team setting.