Overview In this role you design and develop high-volume manufacturing equipment for multiport accessories, driving automation from concept to release. You work within the Process Engineering team to translate process needs into concrete equipment requirements and oversee external suppliers when needed. You will integrate mechanical designs with robotics, sensors, motion control, and machine vision to improve reliability and performance. This is a fast-paced, cross-functional role at a global medical device leader where your work directly supports safer, more efficient surgeries.
Compensation / Benefits- market-competitive compensation
- base pay
- incentives
- benefits
- equity
Responsibilities- Design and develop in-house manufacturing equipment, automation systems, tooling, and fixtures from concept through release to production
- Translate manufacturing process needs into detailed equipment requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteria
- Develop 3D models, engineering drawings, tolerance analyses, bills of material, and supporting technical documentation
- Integrate mechanical designs with robotics, sensors, motors, pneumatics, motion control, machine vision, and safety systems
- Evaluate and select OEMs and system integrators based on technical capabilities and project requirements
- Develop detailed specifications for externally sourced automation equipment and provide technical oversight through design, build, testing, installation, and qualification
- Lead equipment design reviews, risk assessments, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving activities
- Guide equipment projects through applicable design control, engineering change, qualification, and release processes
- Develop equipment testing strategies, acceptance criteria, qualification protocols, maintenance requirements, and calibration procedures
- Apply Cpk, Gauge R&R, tolerance analysis, and other statistical and quality tools to improve equipment capability and reliability
- Provide equipment-related technical support for production operations, continuous improvement, capacity expansion, and equipment lifecycle management
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and cross-functional project team members
Key requirements- Experience with high volume automation lines
- Hands-on, self-starter attitude and ability to influence product design in a team
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawing development
- SolidWorks experience preferred
- Strong understanding of mechanical design, GD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes
- Ability to integrate mechatronic components (robotics, sensors, motors, pneumatics, motion control, machine vision)
- Experience developing equipment requirements and detailed specifications for automation OEMs or system integrators
- Experience with equipment qualification, process validation, and regulated quality systems
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, project execution, and technical documentation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and collaborative in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication
- Collaborative in cross-functional teams
- 3D CAD
- SolidWorks
- GD&T
