Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Envista Dentistry•Pomona, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for executing engineering deliverables for new product development and design change projects and supporting product lifecycle through sustaining engineering projects related to dental products offered by Kerr. This role involves troubleshooting, designing for manufacturability, testing for feasibility, and improving product performance while ensuring adherence to design requirements and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
4+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience in a highly regulated environment
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks required) And familiarity with simulation extension tools.
Experience in consumable product design and electromechanical systems
Must reside within a commutable distance to Pomona, CA.
Strong knowledge of electro-mechanical production processes.
Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Strong verbal and technical written communication skills in English
Ability to build strong partnerships within cross-functional team environment.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data when presenting a business case
Strong presentation skills
Ability to handle situations with confidence, tact, and resourcefulness
Detail-oriented and the ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Proven skills in active listening with a seeking-to-understand approach.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable with CNC programing/machinery highly preferred.
Aptitude with GD&T preferred.
Aptitude with DFX (design for manufacturability, inspection, assembly) preferred.
Aptitude with injection molding, rapid prototyping, and consumables manufacturing processes preferred.
Aptitude with lean engineering / Six Sigma preferred.
Proficient using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
Aptitude to quickly learn business systems

Responsibilities

New Product Development Support Contribute mechanical engineering support to R&D initiatives, including research, concept development, rapid prototyping, and design refinement for new restorative and endodontic devices.
Sustaining Engineering & Technical Support Partner with cross-functional team to drive sustaining engineering and design change initiatives by identifying and implementing design improvements that enhance product functionality, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency. Provide expert support for existing products, resolving technical issues to improve performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
Design Requirement Development & Characterization Collaborate with stakeholders and engineering teams to generate SMART design input requirements and characterize engineering requirements with regards to critical performance attributes and clinical relevance.
Test Method Development Design and implement new test methods to support ongoing projects, product claims substantiation, and laboratory activities. Continuously maintain, refine, and optimize existing test methods and test protocols to ensure accuracy, reliability, and alignment with evolving technical requirements and standards.
Testing, Validation & Manufacturing Integration Plan and execute testing and validation of design or process changes to confirm compliance with performance and safety requirements. Maintain a strong understanding of current manufacturing processes and collaborate with operations to identify and implement process improvements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and the PMO to ensure alignment of efforts, timely execution of tasks, and successful delivery of project milestones and objectives.
Design Documentation & Regulatory Compliance Maintain accurate documentation of design changes, test results, and product specifications. Ensure all modifications comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives Actively participate in lean and continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and structured problem-solving to drive operational excellence.
Policy & Safety Compliance Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those related to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.