Mechanical Engineer

Position Summary:

The Research & Development Engineer will be supporting a dynamic, fast‑paced, close‑knit team developing new electrophysiology catheters and systems at our client. This role involves supporting the development of new catheters for diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation. Project support includes design and documentation of effective and efficient tools, fixtures, and machines for the manufacture of Company products and assists in the design and testing of company products in the feasibility stage.

A passion for hands‑on problem solving and prototyping is a must.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay

Irvine, CA

• Support the design of new or existing components and/or devices while ensuring that all design requirements are met.
• Write reports, work instructions, test methods and procedures.
• Implement complex design concepts and ideas into working drawings, solid models, circuit layouts, and prototypes.
• Study specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data and confer with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Develop concepts, designs, and details for machines, tools and fixtures.
• Inspect and test tools and fixtures after fabrication to ensure they meet specifications.
• Interface with outside suppliers.
• Prototype design and perform feasibility assessments at a rapid pace.
• Apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct engineering projects as required.
• Conduct complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures.
• Work hands‑on in a laboratory to prototype and evaluate feasibility of prototypes.
• Thoroughly document all work.
• Purchase or design equipment that meets health, safety and environmental standards set by the company.
• Ensure personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

• Minimum B.S. (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent) with industry experience. M.S. or higher education is a plus.
• Experience with CAD software (Solid Works, Creo or similar) is required.
• Collaborative teammate with strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Good understanding of concept development, 3D modeling, creating 2D drawings (GD&T and manufacturing methods), and rapid prototyping.
• Experience with microcontrollers (Arduino or similar) is required.
• Experience with circuit design is preferred.
• Able to write and communicate clearly, including generating and presenting well‑written reports.
• Understanding of test methods and equipment set‑up and validation is preferred.
• Prior experience with fixture design and tooling development is preferred.
• Medical Device experience highly preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in product development processes is preferred.
• Knowledge in electro‑mechanical design and testing is preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis and design of experiments (DOE) preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestic and international is required.

This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.