Search jobs > Los Angeles, CA > Senior mechanical engineer

Senior Mechanical Test Engineer

Planet Pharma
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Full-time

Overview : The company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Test Engineer to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, documenting mechanical portions of complex electrical test systems both in development and manufacturing to ensure the performance, safety, and reliability of our medical devices.

This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Position Overview :

As a Senior Mechanical Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating mechanical test fixtures and systems that are critical for the testing and verification of the company's medical devices.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory, to ensure that test fixtures meet all necessary requirements and standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Design and Development :

  • Create detailed mechanical designs for test fixtures and systems using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
  • Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
  • Select appropriate materials and components for fixture construction.

Testing and Validation :

  • Develop and execute test plans and protocols for fixture validation.
  • Conduct mechanical testing and analysis to ensure fixture performance and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fixture design and operation.

Collaboration and Communication :

  • Work closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams to ensure fixture designs meet all necessary requirements.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Present design concepts and test results to stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement :

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions in fixture design and manufacturing.
  • Stay current with industry trends and advancements in mechanical design and testing technologies.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must Have

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience with designing tooling and fixtures used in both development and manufacturing.
  • Experience with mechanical testing and validation methods.
  • High level of attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and materials science.

Nice To Have

  • Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards and requirements for medical devices (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA).
  • 10 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Raytheon
Pasadena, California

Design, development, and integrate Raytheon test products within Test Equipment Engineering in multidiscipline engineering teams. The Test Equipment Engineering  (TEE) Directorate is a multi-discipline organization responsible for developing test solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands-on,...

Promoted
Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology
Santa Monica, California

The DEE Technology Productivity Engineering team is seeking a Software Engineer who has a true passion for using software engineering to build quality into software applications. This engineer will help us develop tools and write tests that support a large variety of Disney software products on web,...

Promoted
Second Order Effects
El Segundo, California

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be part of a core SOE team and support all of the projects by designing enclosures, mechanisms, and custom parts for customers. Mechanical engineering at SOE is a growth discipline but still rooted in the pioneering spirit that has driven us from the start. ...

DaVita Inc.
Los Angeles, California

In the role of Senior Building Mechanical Engineer (HVAC), we'll count on you to:. Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Previous experience with an architectura...

Miso Robotics, Inc.
Pasadena, California

Mechanical Engineer on the Miso team, you will use your expertise in mechanical engineering to own the design, prototype, and commercialization of mechanical components of our robotic kitchen assistants focused primarily on improving the experience for the users of our systems. BS/MS in Mechanical E...

The Walt Disney Company
Santa Monica, California

The DEE Technology Productivity Engineering team is seeking a Software Engineer who has a true passion for using software engineering to build quality into software applications. This engineer will help us develop tools and write tests that support a large variety of Disney software products on web,...

KBR
Point Mugu, California

Lead the development of test plans, flight test descriptions, run sheets, test cards, and test procedures that are accurate, timely and support the test requirements. Lead the coordination of test support activities with national test ranges and other remote sites, execute remote support, collect tr...

hdr
Los Angeles, California

Senior Building Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)-(180876). In the role of Senior Building Mechanical Engineer (HVAC), we'll count on you to:. Keywords: Senior Buidling Mechanical Engineer (HVAC), OSHPD, HCAI, healthcare, hospital . Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with the balance of a multidis...

Ford Motor Company
Santa Fe Springs, California

As a Software Developer in Test, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated tests for our embedded software products. Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Pytest, Slash, Jenkins, Robot Framework, or similar. We are seeking a Software Develo...

Hgen
Los Angeles, California

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. Act as the chief engineer, engaging in cross-disciplinary collaboration with engineering and research teams to arrive at the simplest solutions. Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, aerospace, etc. Experience designing, building, test...