Mechanical Engineer - San Diego, United States - The Carrera Agency
Description
We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer for our award-winning Biotech client located in San Diego, CA.
Overview:
Location: San Diego, CA
Duration: 12+ months on a direct W2 contract only (no C2C) with potential to extend.
Work Schedule: Onsite with flexibility for hybrid
Anticipated Compensation: $40-50/hr W2 plus benefits.
The offered compensation to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include (but are not limited to) the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.
Member of a multi-discipline team responsible for the development of consumables and integrated systems for genetic analysis. Focus on design, modeling, materials selection, prototyping, and testing of high-volume disposable devices. Manage the development cycle from early innovation, through development, into manufacturing transfer and commercialization.
Duties:
Design, analyze, test, and qualify consumable/disposable devices, both in prototype quantities and in support of pilot and full-scale manufacturing
Utilizes root cause investigation methodologies to solve functional performance challenges
Define product specifications, critical parameters, test plans & inspection plans
Support selection and qualification of materials and processes for development and mfg.
Independently plan, manage, and prioritize project tasks, track progress toward project goals,
Perform analysis in support of key mfg. decisions, including make/buy and tooling strategies
Skills and Experience:
Manage and direct vendor in the development of custom parts and processes
Expertise designing plastic components using thermoplastics and elastomeric materials, knowledge of LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) molding a plus
Knowledge of secondary manufacturing processes (laser/die cutting, laminating, roll-to-roll conversion, heat-staking, etc.)
Experience conducting tolerance stack analysis
Understanding of metrology inspection methods
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Requirements:
BS. or M.S in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of product development experience with a focus on high-volume products.
Proficiency using GD&T to generate and interpret drawings (ASME GD&T certification a plus)
Experience using SolidWorks to generate detailed CAD models and drawings
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills
Please apply today