Production Engineer

Rivanna Medical, Inc.•Charlottesville, VA

10h•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

RIVANNA is seeking a talented and motivated recent graduate to join our team to contribute to our developing product line. You will work hands-on across our manufacturing line, supporting the team as we bring products from development into manufacturing. It's a collaborative, multidisciplinary role alongside our mechanical and electrical engineering teams. This is a temporary position expected to continue through September 2026. Based on business needs, RIVANNA may, at its sole discretion, extend the duration of the position beyond September 2026. Employment remains at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or RIVANNA at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law. Applicants must be local to the Charlottesville, VA area or willing to relocate at their own expense by the anticipated start date, as relocation assistance is not provided for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. RIVANNA is unable to provide employment sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field (recently completed or expected)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical challenges
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and test equipment

Nice To Haves

Experience operating machine shop equipment (e.g., mills, lathes, saws) is preferred
Experience with 3D printing and soldering is preferred
Experience with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Onshape, Fusion360) is preferred
Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, EAGLE) is a plus

Responsibilities

Contribute to production builds by assembling components and sub-systems according to established procedures and specifications
Coordinate machine shop operations, including 3D printer setup, post-processing, and troubleshooting
Design, fabricate, and assemble test fixtures and manufacturing jigs using shop tools and equipment
Perform soldering tasks for electromechanical assemblies during builds
Execute product and component testing, documenting results and identifying areas for improvement
Participate in engineering team meetings and report on project progress and completion
Collaborate with members of various departments to support product development and manufacturing efforts
Maintain a safe, organized machine shop and lab environment by following established safety procedures
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned