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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Harvard Bioscience .
When you choose a career with Harvard Bioscience, you're joining a team of dedicated engineers and scientists committed to developing high quality, cutting‑edge technologies and interoperable solutions that enable our customers to make amazing advancements. For over 120 years, Harvard Bioscience has innovated new technologies that help academic research labs, pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, and CROs develop tomorrow's life‑changing medications.
Responsibilities
Design and develop electromechanical instrumentation.
Provide mechanical support to our low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing operation.
Define and develop new production processes, tooling and fixtures.
Incorporate DFM practices into designs and improvements such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, ease of assembly, modular design, and cost.
Initiate change orders and gather the necessary supporting documentation.
Work closely with R&D and Product Management to introduce new products that meet performance, cost, and manufacturability expectations.
Communicate regularly with the purchasing team to understand procurement challenges and aid suppliers with technical support.
Contribute toward new supplier selection and qualification.
Continually seek and implement quality improvements and cost reductions in a lean environment.
Qualifications
BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
5‑7 years direct experience related to the listed duties and responsibilities.
Proficiency in 3‑D solid modeling, preferably SolidWorks.
Significant knowledge and experience with sheet metal, precision machined components, cable and harness, and assembly and test methodologies.
Broad knowledge of electro‑mechanical instrument manufacturing.
Understanding of Six Sigma principles (belt level certifications are a plus).
Experience in successful implementation of Lean principles and proven success in realizing tangible and significant cost reductions.
Developed ability dealing with vendors to resolve mechanical issues.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standards.
Working with ePDM vault is a plus.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; proven ability to communicate technical information written and orally to a wide audience.
Ability to follow through with tasks and meet or exceed project timelines.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment on complex projects with general direction and minimal supervision.
Analytical skills, technical aptitude, and determination to implement unique and effective solutions to difficult problems and analyze and coordinate data.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERAN/DISABILITY
FLSA: Exempt ADA Disclaimer In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
role at
Harvard Bioscience .
When you choose a career with Harvard Bioscience, you're joining a team of dedicated engineers and scientists committed to developing high quality, cutting‑edge technologies and interoperable solutions that enable our customers to make amazing advancements. For over 120 years, Harvard Bioscience has innovated new technologies that help academic research labs, pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, and CROs develop tomorrow's life‑changing medications.
Responsibilities
Design and develop electromechanical instrumentation.
Provide mechanical support to our low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing operation.
Define and develop new production processes, tooling and fixtures.
Incorporate DFM practices into designs and improvements such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, ease of assembly, modular design, and cost.
Initiate change orders and gather the necessary supporting documentation.
Work closely with R&D and Product Management to introduce new products that meet performance, cost, and manufacturability expectations.
Communicate regularly with the purchasing team to understand procurement challenges and aid suppliers with technical support.
Contribute toward new supplier selection and qualification.
Continually seek and implement quality improvements and cost reductions in a lean environment.
Qualifications
BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
5‑7 years direct experience related to the listed duties and responsibilities.
Proficiency in 3‑D solid modeling, preferably SolidWorks.
Significant knowledge and experience with sheet metal, precision machined components, cable and harness, and assembly and test methodologies.
Broad knowledge of electro‑mechanical instrument manufacturing.
Understanding of Six Sigma principles (belt level certifications are a plus).
Experience in successful implementation of Lean principles and proven success in realizing tangible and significant cost reductions.
Developed ability dealing with vendors to resolve mechanical issues.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standards.
Working with ePDM vault is a plus.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; proven ability to communicate technical information written and orally to a wide audience.
Ability to follow through with tasks and meet or exceed project timelines.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment on complex projects with general direction and minimal supervision.
Analytical skills, technical aptitude, and determination to implement unique and effective solutions to difficult problems and analyze and coordinate data.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERAN/DISABILITY
FLSA: Exempt ADA Disclaimer In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.
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