Must-Haves:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5–8 years of mechanical product design experience
- Strong proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
- Experience designing metal, plastic, and composite structures
- Hands-on experience with electromechanical systems and mechanisms
- Ability to perform structural analysis using hand calculations and software tools
- Experience creating and maintaining design history documentation
- Experience working in regulated environments (FDA / ISO preferred)
Plusses:
- Medical device or surgical equipment industry experience
- Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Familiarity with motor selection, gearboxes, bearings, and drivetrain integration
- Experience with sensors and electronics packaging
- Background supporting NPI and manufacturing optimization
Day-to-Day:
- Design and develop patient support structures and operating room equipment
- Create electromechanical and user‑actuated mechanisms for surgical positioning
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Clinical, Marketing, and Service teams
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) efforts
- Evaluate field feedback from service and marketing teams
- Participate in vendor selection, quality inspections, and MRB activities
- Contribute to continuous product improvement and cost reduction initiatives
- Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and FDA regulations (21 CFR 820)
Job Description:
Insight Global is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer for a top medical device client specializing in advanced surgical and patient positioning solutions. This individual will play a key role in designing and developing innovative operating room equipment, working on everything from structural components to complex electromechanical systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a regulated environment, enjoys cross‑functional collaboration, and is motivated by seeing their designs move from concept to production while directly impacting patient outcomes.
