Sr Mechanical Engineer- Gaithersburg, MD

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineer IV to join a leading life sciences company located in Gaithersburg, MD through 100% onsite work. The Mechanical Engineer will lead the design and development of complex mechanical and electromechanical instrumentation, overseeing prototyping, testing, and cross‑functional integration from concept through production.

• Lead mechanical design, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of new instrumentation systems
• Oversee cross‑functional teams supporting development of complex electromechanical products
• Develop requirements, specifications, and design control documentation
• Manage test protocols, manufacturing fixtures, and production support activities
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to source, qualify, and integrate components

• 15+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
• Strong experience with CAD tools (Solid Works, Pro/E, or similar), GD&T, and manufacturing processes (machining, molding, sheet metal)
• Experience with electromechanical system integration, thermal management, and precision mechanisms
• Experience in ISO/FDA cGMP regulated environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s or PhD preferred)

• Salary Range: $115,000 – $177,000 (
  ** depending on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
• Clearance Level: Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Location:
  
  100% onsite in Gaithersburg, MD

&T, prototyping, manufacturing processes, sheet metal, injection molding, thermal management, automation, motors, hardware design, life sciences, biotechnology, ISO, FDA, cGMP, design controls, system integration, cross‑functional leadership