Mechanical Engineer – Medical Devices

2 days ago

Richmond Hill, York Region, Canada Aumintec Inc. Full-time $54,000 - $66,000/year

We are seeking a Mid-level Mechanical Engineer who is willing to become part of a team responsible for developing, testing and documenting new lab automation machines. You must do things thoroughly and in a logical, orderly manner. Creativity and attention to detail are necessary for success in this position. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a team environment, self-motivated and have a good understanding of new product development.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with the engineering team to design and develop new lab automation machines (liquid handling workstation, qPCR, orbital shaker, thermoelectric cooler, etc.).
  • Research and generate conceptual design.
  • Evaluate the different concepts to select a good one.
  • Detail your chosen design down to 3D model of mechanical components and assemblies.
  • Analyze, calculate and simulate your design to be confident it will work.
  • Create 2D engineering drawings (with GD&T and BOMs) for manufacturing.
  • Coordinate and assist with parts machining and purchasing.
  • Must be hands-on; assemble, troubleshoot, debug, and qualify subsystems and components. Resolve design issues as appropriate.
  • Develop the required documentations during the development and for transfer to production.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent program.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical design of robotics automation or medical device.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures.
  • Strong grasps of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance methods (GD&T) in creating component and assembly detail drawings.
  • An understanding of manufacturing and machining processes, electronic and thermodynamics principles.
  • Able to work hands-on with models and prototypes.
  • Problem-solving and project management skills.
  • Eligible to travel outside Canada.
  • Proficient with SolidWorks software.
  • Proficient in verbal and written English.

This full-time employment position is subject to a 3-month probation period.

Compensation

  • Salary $60,000 /year
  • Performance-based bonus at the end of each year
  • Group extended healthcare insurance (after probation period)