Mechanical Engineer III- CAD

A Mechanical Engineer to design and develop implantable subsystems for BiVACOR's Total Artificial Heart, working across CAD modeling and verification.

What if your work kept someone alive? At BiVACOR, that's not a hypothetical — it's the reality we're building toward every day. We're developing the Total Artificial Heart (TAH), a breakthrough device that could redefine what's possible for patients with end-stage heart failure. We're looking for a passionate Mechanical Engineer to join our Huntington Beach engineering team and help make it happen.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge engineering and life‑saving medicine — on a device that truly matters.

• Designing and refining 2D/3D CAD models and drawings in Solid Works to exacting standards
• Performing GD&T tolerance analysis per ASME Y14.5 to ensure precision and manufacturability
• Designing and managing the manufacture of fixtures and tools for production
• Contributing to the development of implantable subsystems — including the pump, fluid and electrical connectors, drive lines, and implant tools
• Managing and maintaining the product data management (PDM) system
• Collaborating with external suppliers on prototype fabrication and assembly
• Supporting verification and validation testing
  , risk analysis, and design control activities
• Contributing to regulatory submissions and scientific publications

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical design, development, and manufacturing
• Substantial Solid Works proficiency — it's your tool of choice
• Strong command of ASME Y14.100 and GD&T (ASME Y14.5M)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Bonus points for: experience in medical devices or mechanical circulatory support
  , PDM system management, familiarity with pFMEAs/dFMEAs and IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols, and strong technical writing skills

We're a dynamic, mission‑driven team working on one of the most ambitious projects in medical technology. You'll have the chance to grow alongside a world‑class group of engineers and scientists — and contribute to something that will change and save lives.

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program

BiVACOR is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diverse teams build better technology.

Ready to engineer the future of the heart? Apply today. Apply For Job