Electrical Engineering Leader

About Us:

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers' needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products.

Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications.

Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller's unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential.

With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

Job Description:

POSITION: Electrical Engineer Leader

REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering

DEPARTMENT: Electrical Engineering

DATE: April 16, 2024

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Vante/Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers' needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products.

Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex processes, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding, and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications.

Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Plans and directs all aspects of electrical engineering activities. Ensures all electrical engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.

Tests designs and repairs electrical/electronic, systems and components. Mentors engineering team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working with RF-enabled devices used in the medical device industry.

• Troubleshooting and design of circuits used in radio frequency heating transmission.

• Embedded designs analog circuit design, power supplies, digital circuit design, signal conversion and filtering, signal quality analysis, and frequency response.

• PCB design and experience with design software tools in (layout of different layers, trace width, via, component packages, pad arrangements, and surface mount technologies) are a plus.

• Assist in writing and debugging control system software.

• Assist with functional design teams to aid designers with tasks such as schematic diagrams, software development, and PCB layout.

• Schedules and performs product validation in strict accordance with standard protocol using management, production, and quality assurance skills.

• Oversees testing done by internal and external laboratories. Communicates with independent testing companies when certifications are required.

• Evaluate and improve production methods and processes.

• Reviews existing products suggests improvements and implements changes to reduce costs and improve quality.

• Must be able to travel if there is a need but no more than 10%.

• Ad-hoc projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BS) in electrical engineering or equivalent; or five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, schematics, interconnects assembly and part drawings or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

With or without reasonable accommodation minimal time will be spent walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching. Some time will be spent standing, sitting, talking, and hearing, and using hands to handle, feel and reach. At times up to 50 pounds will need to be lifted.

To effectively complete the tasks in this position the following vision requirements are needed:

• Ability to adjust focus, ability to identify and distinguish colors,

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Minimal time will be spent in wet or humid conditions, and near caustic or toxic chemicals. Sometime will be spent working near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderate (examples: business offices with computers and printers).

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

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Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

Machine Solutions, Inc.