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How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!
Job Description
The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer works in a medical device research and development environment leading and assisting the mechanical development of design approaches and performing detailed mechanical design of subsystems of new or improved products. A deep passion to create and innovate and experience in
commercializing consumer products and solutions is fundamental to the core functions of this job.
Sound Interesting?
Here's what you'll do:
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!
Job Description
The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer works in a medical device research and development environment leading and assisting the mechanical development of design approaches and performing detailed mechanical design of subsystems of new or improved products. A deep passion to create and innovate and experience in
commercializing consumer products and solutions is fundamental to the core functions of this job.
Sound Interesting?
Here's what you'll do:
- Lead the design of subsystems, mechanisms, optical mounts, electronic enclosures and plastic-molded covers.
- Collaborate with and influence cross functional team in the development of product and platform architecture and system level design.
- Work on a variety of problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Assist in the completion of feasibility studies to determine preferred design solutions. Implement design approaches and correct design problems.
- Investigate pertinent design factors such as cost and ease of manufacture; availability of materials, tooling and equipment; interchangeability, replaceability and serviceability. Perform tolerance analysis of assemblies and take corrective action as required.
- Perform detailed design of mechanisms, packaging, control panels, chassis and frames. Make layouts of assemblies.
- Perform tests on designs and assemble and direct the assembly of prototypes.
- Create, direct, and release engineering documentation to manufacturing.
- Initiate vendor contacts and assist engineers in vendor evaluation and selection for tooling, fabricated parts, and purchased parts.
- Initiate improvement in the value of assigned products and implement solutions for design.
- Bachelor's degree required with Master's degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum of five (5) years experience.
- Proficient in SolidWorks 3-D CAD design including built in analysis tools.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of mechanical principles, including stress and thermal analysis used in the creation of 3-D parts and assembly layouts.
- Working knowledge of 3D printing, multi-axis machining, plastic injection molding, structural-foam molding, die-casting, sheet metal and tool design is preferred.
- Previous experience in rapid prototyping and agile development cycles preferred
- Experience in medical device development, ophthalmic instruments preferred
- Proven track record of working successfully in a rapidly changing environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong collaborator, good communication skills with ability to manage cross-functional collaboration, ability to manage by influence.
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 401k Matching
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Vacation and sick pay
- The list goes on!
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.