Senior Mechanical Engineer - Medical Device Job Listing at Kelly Services in Chicago, IL (Job ID 9421052)

Description

Job Posting: Senior Mechanical Engineer Location; Downtown Chicago

Company Overview:

Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of developing novel systems for the automated collection and testing of genetic material. This role will be dedicated to advancing technology that revolutionizes laboratory processes, making significant contributions to the scientific community.

Job Description:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in our cutting-edge technology development team. You will lead new product development activities, from planning and executing verification testing to resolving build issues and scoping product revisions. This position requires designing for reliability, cost-efficiency, assembly, and maintenance. Reporting to the CTO, you will collaborate closely with engineers and research associates who drive the various workflows essential to our company's success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the electromechanical development and validation of novel approaches to automate laboratory protocols, such as microbial DNA extraction.
• Scope, plan, direct, and execute product verification testing, and determine next steps for resolving issues.
• Collaborate with other engineers to identify optimal integration and systems engineering techniques.
• Scope and plan new prototype revisions, including design for manufacturing, cost reduction, production transfer, and pilot builds.
• Assist in the identification, vetting, and management of product development and contract manufacturing partners.
• Contribute to detailed new product development plans, timelines, and budgets.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Expertise with SolidWorks and complex assemblies.
• Proficient in the execution of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) strategies.
• Experience in medical, diagnostic, laboratory, or consumer device development and/or machine manufacturing.
• Familiarity with design controls and quality management systems (e.g., GMP).
• Highly flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing conditions.
• 5+ years' experience in relevant mechanical engineering and/or manufacturing engineering roles.

Apply now to join the mission to transform laboratory protocols through innovative automation solutions. 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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