Position Summary:

Reporting to the Functional Manager, responsible for assigning and overseeing the practical use of technology across multiple programs assuring the proper use of common architecture.  Receives requirements specifications from the ProjecUProgram Managers and prepares specifications to design, develop or integrate technologies required to make a product and its specific derivatives.  Responsible for all Functional Specifications and Theory of Operation documents, including schematics, design layouts, detail and assembly drawings, bill of materials, associated analytical data and any implementation documents.  May act as group leader or lead engineer on a major program, perform independent development, and be responsible for a number of smaller projects.

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• Oversees the shared application of technology across programs in area of expertise.
• Performs design reviews to ensure that designs are reliable and meet cost targets, product requirements and all safety standards; Presents findings and implements solutions.
• Performs all required engineering analysis of characteristics of the system being designed.
• Ensures the proper access and availability of required development tools.
• Oversees the proper implementation of required documentation and archiving as defined by corporate compliance agreements.
• Manages and supervises team consisting of engineers and technicians as required.
• Produces realistic schedules that are consistent with phased delivery requirements of the PLC.
• Ensures availability of relevant resources to programs and anticipate future needs.
• Coordinates and integrates development efforts with other technical groups.
• Responds to changes in the scope of projects and impact on delivery time/functionality.
• Identifies capital equipment requirements for immediate and budgetary considerations.
• Responsible for yearly review of section personnel and recommends proper training.
• ECO control.
• Reviews manufacturability, reliability and serviceability analysis and offers cost reduction design and recommendation.
• Assures designs meet reliability engineering requirements.
• Call rate reduction participation

Budget Managed (if applicable):

• N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

• TBD based on departmental needs

Skills & Capabilities:

• Exceptional cross-functional communication and collaboration skills

• Strong people management skills including driving a design team towards success as well as career development

• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a design team

• Effectively planning and organizing tasks with ability to drive direct reports for achieving objectives

• Familiarity with quality systems and regulations applicable to medical devices

• Timely Decision Making
• Motivating Others
• Managing and Measuring Work
• Effective Time Management Skills
• Works independently
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of 15 years of product development experience, or a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering with a least 10 years of experience

• Must have a demonstrated interest in managing a product development effort.

Prefered Qualifications:

• Experience with parametric CAD modeling tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo), and proficiency in other design-related software
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T and conducting tolerance stack-up analyses for complex assemblies
• Direct experience designing and developing large electromechanical systems, including motion systems and mechanisms, thermal management (heating/cooling), and precision fluidics
• Solid understanding of various manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and casting
• Proven ability to mentor and coach junior engineers, particularly in DfX (Design for Excellence) principles such as reliability, cost efficiency, manufacturability, and ease of assembly
• A clear, systems-level understanding of the mechanical engineering function within the broader product development lifecycle
• New product development experience specific to IVD medical devices
• Ability to use networking skills to connect direct reports with technical leaders and subject matter experts to improve technical acumen
• Ability to influence and align cross-functional teams around shared goals and foster transparent communication
• Comfortable leading through all phases of the product development lifecycle—from product definition, conceptualization, design, implementation, verification and validation, and design transfer
• Project management experience including risk assessment, budget oversight, and executive-level reporting

International Mobility: Required:

• No

Travel requirements: 

• <5% of time