Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer – Concept

About Us:

How many companies can say theyve 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 42000 employees and have over 4000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference come join the team!

Whats the role

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

Heres what youll 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.

(Responsibilities that are central to the job and MUST be performed either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation ref. ADA.)

Do you qualify

• Bachelors degree required with Masters 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.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical

• Vision

• Dental

• 401k Matching

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Vacation and sick pay

• The list goes on!

The annual pay range for this position is $132000 - $165000.

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location scope of role qualifications education experience & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is eligible for a Performance Bonus.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race color religion creed sex gender marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition military or veteran status citizen status sexual orientation pregnancy (includes childbirth breastfeeding or related medical condition) genetic predisposition carrier status gender expression or identity including transgender identity or any other class or characteristic protected by federal state or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates including relatives and friends).