Mechanical Engineer II - Bracco Medical Technologies

Bracco Medical Technologies•Eden Prairie, MN

7d•$95,000 - $104,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This Mechanical Engineer II will participate in the mechanical design of new and modified electromechanical medical devices as well as their sterile disposable counterparts. Responsibilities of this position include input to and execution of all aspects of design including: component and assembly design, requirements and specification creation, engineering modeling and analysis, test method and fixture development, documentation creation/maintenance, etc. Creativity and curiosity are essential for this role, using engineering practices in the design, analysis, and verification of components. Knowledge/experience with common engineering materials (metals, plastics, ceramics, etc.) and processes (machining, sheet metal, injection molding, extruded, 3D printing, etc.) required. The Mechanical Engineer II must be a self-starter capable of driving challenging projects through a product development process both individually and in coordination with a team. The candidate must effectively communicate cross-functionally as well as up to management.

Requirements

BS Mechanical Engineering or similar
Working knowledge of finite element analysis, tolerance analysis, and geometric tolerance.
3+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Technical writing skills.
Mechanical design of injection molded, machine formed, printed, and other components
CAD experience and knowledge of CAD system structure
Ability to remain productive with minimal supervision
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks experience preferred
Drawing management system knowledge
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Experience in a regulated medical device industry
Knowledge of QSR, ISO/EN and Quality System Standards.
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, prototypes, measures, and tests mechanical components used in electro-mechanical, software-controlled devices and related disposable kits primarily used in medical imaging segments
Cooperates with and understands the design challenges being addressed by other project team members and product managers, and goes forth in designing medical/patient care solutions and products that are suited for ease of manufacturing, assembly, service, and use using DFx principles while meeting the needs of the customer
Effectively utilizes knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to create and maintain documentation suitable for manufacturing transfer and regulatory submissions
Designs FBD of mechanical systems and uses them to guide analysis of models and function of mechanisms.
Provides hands-on development and support from product conception to end of life
Maintain skills and awareness of technical improvements and competition advancements
Rigorous documentation for all phases of product development, including design specifications, verification test plans, project schedules, CAD models, drawings, and change orders associated with medical devices and consumable products.
Routine communication with peers and supervisors including documentation of work, meetings, and decisions
Set/adhere to milestones, deliverables, and budgets, and may manage a limited number of concurrent projects primarily of a mechanical scope
Ensure that team meetings, project reviews, and action lists are kept current and communicated to all stakeholders in a timely fashion
Direct outside contract personnel as needed for completion of specific tasks
Perform work in adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS), including development and maintenance of documentation
Designs products to meet requirements regulated by FDA, UL, CE, and other governing bodies as defined by product management
Participates in selection of vendors and fabrication sources to assure quality and compliance to released specifications
Committed to fostering and driving an environment and work output based on continuous improvement