Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Our clientis seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer (Contractor) to join their team.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical leadership, clear cross-functional communication, and a disciplined approach to qualification and risk management which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Sr Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)

Location:Hayward, CA

Pay Range:$54.50

What's the Job?

• Lead supplier-relocation engineering activities for DNA sequencing systems, owning qualification strategies, scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables for mechanical parts, assemblies, and manufacturing processes.
• Review drawings, specifications, BOMs, manufacturing processes, tooling, inspection methods, and historical quality data to identify technical gaps and define qualification requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain qualification documentation, qualification samples, inspection records, material certifications, capability studies, and validation evidence.
• Develop and execute risk assessments and verification/validation protocols, including dimensional and functional testing, measurement-system analysis, and process-capability studies needed for part qualification.
• Drive resolution of qualification failures and supplier deviations through root-cause analysis, corrective action, documented retesting, and evidence-based closure.

What's Needed?

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in sustaining engineering, supplier quality, part qualification, or manufacturing transfer, preferably in life sciences, medical devices, or another regulated industry.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical design, Solid Works, GD&T, precision assemblies, materials, manufacturing processes, and supplier part qualification.
• Ability to connect material properties, dimensional variation, process capability, and fabrication methods to product performance and qualification requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead root-cause analysis, resolve supplier technical issues, and implement effective corrective actions, with excellent verbal and written technical communication.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead high-impact supplier relocation qualification work that supports continued design, quality, reliability, and performance requirements.
• Chance to partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Process Engineering to drive evidence-based decisions and internal approvals.
• Ownership of end-to-end qualification records and lifecycle documentation, including change control and release to manufacturing.
• Motivation to solve complex technical challenges using structured risk assessment, verification/validation, and corrective action processes.
• Support for professional growth through exposure to regulated-industry qualification expectations and cross-functional collaboration.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Weekly Pay

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