Senior Product Development Engineer

Overview

The Senior Product Development Engineer will be a key technical leader within our Research & Development organization, bringing strong consumer-product engineering expertise into the development of advanced medical technologies. This role focuses heavily on designing highly reliable, user-centric, manufacturable components and systems. You will drive mechanical architecture, design iteration, prototyping, and verification for new devices and subsystems. This includes working closely with cross-functional electrical and software engineering teams to translate user needs into elegant mechanical solutions that balance form, function, manufacturability, and cost.

This position is ideal for a mechanically-minded problem solver who loves creating robust consumer-grade products and wants to apply that experience to devices that improve patient outcomes.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (MS preferred).
• 4+ years of industry experience designing user-facing products (home appliances, consumer electronics, handheld devices, or medical devices/products where usability is critical).
• Expertise in Solid Works or similar CAD tools with a portfolio demonstrating complex mechanical system design.
• Experience working with electromechanical systems, motors, gear trains, sensors, thermal systems, or fluidics.
• Plastic injection molding (DFM, mold flow basics, gating/venting considerations)
• Mechanism design (gears, cams, springs, actuators).
• Enclosure design with sealing, IP ratings, or cleanliness considerations.
• Structural and thermal analysis.
• Experience with engineering simulations (FEA/CFD).
• Hands-on prototyping and testing capability—comfortable in the lab building and breaking things.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple work streams independently.
• Experience in regulated industries (medical devices, aerospace, automotive) and familiarity with ISO 13485, AS9100, or MDR requirements preferred.

• Lead design of mechanical systems, mechanisms, enclosures, and assemblies from concept through manufacturing transfer, aligned with the company's quality system and regulated environment.
• Apply strong consumer-product engineering practices: tolerance analysis, snap fits, hinge mechanisms, seals, living hinges, latching systems, fluid-handling components, and motorized/mechatronics integration.
• Own mechanical architecture for assigned subsystems, using Solid Works (or equivalent) for advanced CAD, surfacing, GD&T, and parametric modeling.
• Perform engineering analyses (hand calculations, FEA, CFD) to guide design decisions, predict performance, and optimize reliability/safety.
• Rapidly prototype components using 3D printing, machining, urethane casting, or soft tooling to evaluate form, fit, and function.
• Plan and execute testing for durability, environmental robustness, material interaction, fatigue, drop testing, and manufacturability—similar to consumer product validation cycles.
• Use structured root-cause analysis to resolve mechanical failures and drive continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with electrical, firmware, industrial design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to ensure cohesive product integration.
• Incorporate ergonomics, human factors, and serviceability considerations into mechanical design decisions to improve the user experience.
• Support phase-gate reviews, design controls, documentation, and design history file (DHF) requirements for regulated devices.
• Develop components for injection molding, die casting, stamping, machining, and other high-volume consumer-product processes.
• Support factory builds, qualification runs, and process validation activities.
• Provide mentorship to junior mechanical engineers and guide design best practices, modeling standards, and development methodology.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with large company match
• Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company match
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disclaimer:
The included statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.