Senior Mechanical Engineer

Zaiput Flow Technologies commercializes tools deployed in the context of chemical processing for pharmaceutical applications. Zaiput is passionate about innovation and is committed to achieving excellence through creativity, integrity, teamwork, open communication and prides itself on providing outstanding customer service.

Zaiput is currently seeking candidates to apply for a full-time Mechanical Development Engineer position to play an important role in the development of a new product line.

The ideal candidate will be committed to Zaiput’s mission and values, self-motivated, organized, independent and original in their thinking. Team-work abilities and leadership skills are also essential for this position.

Zaiput’s current and forthcoming products cover a wide range of applications from laboratory scale to production units. In this context, we are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to provide substantial contribution to our product design and R&D efforts. The responsibilities of the job will include participating in brainstorming, design, building and testing to continually improve our current devices, generate prototypes for products under development and launch new products.

The work involved in this project is cutting-edge and requires a highly skilled, creative individual possessing strong applied design capabilities. While the products will be the result of teamwork, because of the required multidisciplinary approach, the mechanical engineer will have a key role in the design of the mechanical and fluidic components of the systems. Importantly, the multidisciplinary nature of Zaiput’s work requires the teams to keep tight internal interaction and have excellent communication.

The variety of responsibilities and broadness of the tasks makes this position an exciting professional opportunity for a very motivated, driven engineer. This is a unique opportunity to join a project and experience the exciting journey from conception to commercialization. More information about the projects will be provided to interested candidates.

• Designing and testing components and subassemblies for current and future product lines
• Generating 2D and 3D design packages to internal drawing standards
• Generating and maintaining Bill of Materials for multiple products
• Gathering quotes for components and managing suppliers to source development materials.
• Triaging field issues and converting those issues into product changes
• Prototyping fixes and features using on-site machine shop and tools
• Generating documentation for engineering verification, SOP’s, and concept development
• Nurturing a product line from concept to production release

• BSME or MSME from accredited university
• 7-8 years of experience in engineering design, preferably in a smaller team environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the fundamentals of engineering
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Flexibility in undertaking and participating in different tasks and activities.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional manner.
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to understand and present technical details.
• Excellent task management and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Solid Works, Labview, Arduino
• At least some knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting is required.
• Ability to travel on occasions internationally to assist on customer installs
• Experience programming CNC milling centers is a valuable plus
• Experience in a manufacturing setting is a valuable plus
• Experience in Solidworks PDM, is a valuable plus

This is a full-time position on site; the compensation package depends on qualifications and includes full benefits.