Job Summary:
The Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting both the Applications Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams at Arcmed while reporting to the Engineering Manager. This position will focus on the design and management of bill of materials for medical device components, specifically machined and bonded manifolds, between multiple facilities. The Design Engineer will be responsible for engineering activities that include design, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, cost estimation, and sustaining activities related to manifolds. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fluidics, mechanical design and machining, demonstrating ownership of the full product development cycle of various manifold assemblies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform detailed analysis of the component parts configuration/dimensions for production with a focus on DFM
- Create manifold fabrication layers out of 3D models to prepare for CNC programming
- Support the Manufacturing teams through CAM (Mastercam) process validation
- Collaborates cross functionally to ensure all design requirements are clearly defined and met
- Support Applications Engineer through design transfer of new products and cost estimating with respect to materials related to manifolds, machined and/or bonded
- Draft test plans to evaluate feasibility and verification of new and existing product designs
- Provide troubleshooting support for CNC machinists/operators, inspectors, manufacturing engineering and quality
- Design/Develop bonding process requirements during development and establish clear, accurate, process documentation
- Ensure accurate engineering/inspection data for production transfer
- Contributes to market research through trade associations, networking, corporate services to facilitate NPD and research projects
Computer and Software Experience
- Proficiency in 3D CAD experience, Solidworks or similar.
- Knowledge of materials science and manufacturing processes, CNC programming/machining is a plus
- Technical Knowledge and experience with fluid systems, pressure/flow testing experience is desired
- Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and use of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience in a highly regulated industry with knowledge of quality systems
- Must be able to communicate and build relationships across functions and at all levels of the organization with confidence and authority.
- Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities, utilizing project management skills to ensure clear visibility, accountability, and action tracking
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical degree
- 3-5 years of engineering experience
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Shall have essential physical skills; be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ own body weight).
- Shall have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills, and hearing to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must have enough endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.
- Will be engaged in speaking, sitting, walking, driving, listening, and in communicating both orally and in writing while performing his or her duties.
- Must be able to listen and respond to questions and instructions.
The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship .
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the variety of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the incumbent a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change, so, too, may the essential functions of this position.