Mechanical Engineer – Product Introduction

Mechanical Engineer – New Product Introduction

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer – New Product Introduction (NPI/NTI)

Location:

Onsite, Boulder, CO

Type:
Full-time, Contract (1 YEAR +)

Job Summary

In this role, you will serve as a contract Mechanical Engineer within the Analytical Instrument R+D Hardware Engineering team. The role is dedicated to designing and updating mechanical systems and sub-assemblies for research programs investigating new technologies as well as for product development projects launching new analytical instrumentation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research novel technologies and design new instrumentation to demonstrate project feasibility and meet specifications
• Participate in design activities, including design reviews, prototyping, and communication of schedules, milestones, and statuses to project teams
• Create component and assembly CAD files, specify materials, and establish performance criteria and standards for mechanical designs
• Develop and execute test plans to qualify instrument prototypes and sub-assemblies; troubleshoot using strong engineering principles and document results
• Generate instrument documentation, such as bills of materials and specification sheets for purchasing; follow Configuration Management processes to release part documentation using an ERP system
• Design and fabricate test fixtures for prototype and pilot production environments
• Optimize sheet metal design, aluminum casting, and component placement for usability, maintenance, and manufacturability

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities – Required

• Ability to design and assemble prototypes
• Mechanical hand tools and machine shop experience
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and creating mechanical drawings, especially for sheet metal, plastic injection-molded, and machined parts utilizing GD&T per ASME/ANSI Y14.5M
• Experience in tolerance analysis to ensure proper fit and function
• Expertise with Solid Works CAD and Solid Works PDM for configuration management
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration
• Experience with document management and change control
• Quick learner with an aptitude for understanding complex mechanical sub-assemblies and 3D models
• Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes
• Ability to interpret technical material, define problem statements, create test plans, collect data, establish facts, and communicate conclusions effectively

Preferred Skills

• Ability to translate user needs into product and functional requirements
• Familiarity with a wide range of mechanical design options (3D printed, machined, cast, stamped, welded, injection molded, sheet metal parts)
• Experience collaborating with cross-departmental teams

Key Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal skills with focus on engagement, teamwork, and a positive attitude
• Self-starter capable of independent work, solution formulation, and prioritization
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail, time management, and multi-tasking
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, and delivers high-quality outcomes
• Enjoys collaborating to solve technical challenges
• Creative, critical thinking, and agile problem-solving approach
• Adaptable and open to adjusting methods based on new information
• Thrives in fast-paced projects; capable of making quick, well-reasoned decisions
• Inquisitive and passionate about learning
• Willing to try new approaches, iterate quickly, and learn from failures
• Agile mindset, able to explore parallel options and recommend best approaches

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Solidworks design experience
• Required Experience: Minimum 2+ years in product design, development, and testing of mechanical subsystems