Mechanical Engineer - Sustaining

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Join a company that is shaping the future of healthcare! Invacare, a global leader in innovative healthcare solutions, is entering an exciting new phase under private ownership, focusing on enhancing our core products and pioneering new advancements. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Sustaining to play a key role in supporting and improving our existing product lines. In this role, you will provide engineering expertise to drive product enhancements, cost reductions, and troubleshooting efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency. If you’re a problem-solver with a passion for continuous improvement, we invite you to be part of our dynamic engineering team!

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Essential Functions:

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• Provide engineering leadership in the following ways:
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• Provide sustaining engineering support to assigned product lines and helping the on-going cost reduction/product improvement activities.
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• Support of project teams up through final release of drawings and first production run.
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• Troubleshooting and resolution of field issues.
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• Investigation and implementation of significant cost reductions.
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• Provide regular project updates.
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• Direct the daily activities of the cross functional team in relation to project work
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• Maintain high level of knowledge of technical aspects of design or product components/systems.
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• Support existing products, particularly in area of “expertise”, with Engineering Documentation and day-to-day consultation to Operations, Marketing, Technical Services, etc.
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• Develop and execute test protocols and plans and risk assessments based on current standards.
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• Release of prints in a manner (accuracy, completeness, and timeliness) that supports the project timeline.
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• Execute the build of prototypes and testing.
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• With direction on specific instance, lead the following activities during the product development process:
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• Assist in the development of concepts for new products.  
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• Ensure project runs smoothly achieving specification, financial and timing objectives. 
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• Creation of the overall project plan in cooperation with functional core team members.
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• Interface with cross functional management leads to manage functional resource requirements for the project.
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• Assist design and business reviews during the course of the project
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• Take responsibility of portion of design assigned.
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• Participate in periodic review meetings with all functional groups.
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• Participate in preproduction and design reviews.
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• Ensure that all product development processes and activities conform to Invacare’s quality system.
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• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
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 Requirements:

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• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Biomedical or similar Engineering from ABET accredited institution.
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• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
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• Effective communication skills
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Experience:

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• Experience in medical device industry is a strong asset.
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• Solid working knowledge of FDA regulations for Design Controls and cGMPs.
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• Discipline in initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria.
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• Proven engineering expertise in specified areas (gear design, motors, component design, manufacturing techniques, etc.).
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• Knowledgeable in the utilization of; software tools, analysis equipment, measurement tools, measurement techniques, test methods, industry standards, and industry best practices, for related expertise
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• Experience utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in creation of new product designs.
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An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer –M/F/Disabled/Vet

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Company Description"Invacare is a global leader in medical equipment, specializing in innovative mobility and lifestyle support products that enhance quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced International Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to join our team and help drive operational excellence across global supply chains."Company Description"Invacare is a global leader in medical equipment, specializing in innovative mobility and lifestyle support products that enhance quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced International Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to join our team and help drive operational excellence across global supply chains."