Technical Leader - Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

With sales of €500m and 2,800 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering a broad product portfolio that includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps, and ophthalmic delivery devices.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil, and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in Lyon, France.

Position Purpose
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The technical leader oversees and guides mechanical design efforts across multiple programs. This position requires a motivated, results‑driven design engineer with expertise in development and the ability to guide cross‑functional teams to accomplish objectives.

• Coordinate and lead the technical design team within one or more programs while working in a multi‑disciplinary, multi‑site environment.
• Understand priorities to develop and communicate action plans internally and externally.
• Assist in defining the planning and resources required to achieve the success of the technical design activities of programs.
• Identify potential problems early and suggest options based upon cost, time, and requirements.
• Design, build, and test prototypes to characterize performance.
• Solve complex technical problems within the bounds of timing and cost constraints.
• Work with Nemera’s injection moulding tooling experts to successfully implement DFM and DFA into detailed designs ready for high‑volume manufacturing.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of product development experience.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, etc.).
• Proficiency in CAD software, Solid Works, and other relevant engineering tools.
• Experience with managing all technical aspects of device development.
• Experience with high‑volume production, injection moulding, and automation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead technical teams.
• Ability to network across the organization to support activities across multiple sites.
• Experience working in a consulting environment.
• Familiar with the basics of electronics and software.

POSITION RANGE: $135,000 USD to $165,000 USD – Salaried. This range may be modified in the future.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.