Mechanical Engineer Acquisition & Integration Project
Contract Duration : 6 months (with potential extension)
Pay Rate : Up to $69 / hour
Work Model : Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Preferred Locations : Irvine, CA (primary) | Arden Hills, MN (secondary)
About the Role
A leading Urology Research & Development organization is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to support an acquisition and integration initiative. This role focuses on aligning the acquired companys Design History File (DHF) with internal compliance standards. Youll assess design verification, test methods, and outputs to determine testing needs and either execute tests or update documentation to justify test waivers.
Youll collaborate with subject matter experts while applying your expertise in mechanical and systems design, test method validation, verification testing, and statistical analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify gaps in DHF compliance and contribute to strategies for resolution
- Provide input on project goals, progress, and recommend revisions
- Communicate risks, trade-offs, and technical deliverables to project leadership
- Develop and apply new techniques for efficient integration of medical device technologies
- Execute engineering tasks such as :
- Design FMEA
- Design Verification test methods
- Test method validation
- DV protocols, testing, and reports
- Essential Design Output identification
- Requirements tracing
- Evaluate feasibility of alternative engineering processes and equipment
- Produce clear, concise documentation (protocols, reports, rationales)
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of Technology and Product Development systems
Required Qualifications
BS or higher in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field4+ years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree, or 2+ years with a mastersStrong mechanical / systems engineering and problem-solving skillsAbility to synthesize technical inputs and make sound recommendationsExcellent communication, decision-making, collaboration, and critical thinking skillsHigh personal accountability and proactive work ethicWillingness to travel up to 10%Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the medical device industryFamiliarity with :IEC 14708 & 45502 (Active Implantable standards)IEC 60601 (Medical Electrical Equipment standards, including laser-specific sections)Proficiency in statistical techniques (Gauge R&R, Process Capability Studies) and MinitabExperience with single-use or active implantable device testing and validationStrong relationship-building skills across teams and with external stakeholders