Staff Mechanical Engineer, User Inputs

About The Team

Noah's Instruments and Accessories (I&A) Team is responsible for the development of endoluminal instruments and accessories that are safe, effective and on-time.

We are a dynamic, data-driven team and pride ourselves on our creative and collaborative approach to problem solving. We continuously strive for win-win solutions that our customers love.

Noah Medical I&A team members have the traditional role of design and prototyping but also take the lead on design requirements, specifications, design risk assessment, test methods, verification testing and more. I&A also plays a critical cross functional role in support through production and even post-market performance assessments.

We are looking for curious, collaborative, energetic problem solvers who enjoy a challenge. We welcome diverse thinkers and value both experience and fresh ideas.

The Staff Mechanical Engineer will apply their experience in championing exploration, design, and assessments of novel user input devices. The Staff Engineer will drive their concepts through definition, ideation, engineering, and clinically relevant assessments.

When necessary to expedite the pathway for concepts to market, the Staff Mechanical Engineer will take the lead on design requirements, specifications, risk assessments, test method development, verification testing and more. In this capacity, the Staff Mechanical Engineer will work collaboratively and cross functionally to expedite solutions to market.

A Day In The Life Of Our Staff Mechanical Engineer, User Inputs

• Create and maintain design documentation including CAD models, detailed drawings, manufacturing instructions and theoretical models of user input devices

• Exercise DFM (design for manufacturability), DFA (design for assembly), and DFU (design for usability) principles, simplifying manufacture while also ensuring usability, durability and cleanability for clinical environments

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and clinical advisors, to integrate mechanical components with electronic and software systems

• Develop fixtures to aid in the assembly, calibration and testing of user input devices.

• Develop specifications, test methods, and protocols to ensure the functionality, safety, and efficacy of medical devices in accordance with medical device regulations

• Work closely with the manufacturing team and technicians to transition from prototype to production, addressing any design for manufacturing or design for assembly challenges.

• Work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced start-up environment with minimal supervision and guidance

• Serve as an example of the Noah Medical Culture to the team, foster a collaborative environment, and facilitate career development opportunities for the team

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or other related disciplines) or an advanced degree with required years of directly related experience (B.S.+ 8 yrs.; M.S.+ 6 yrs.; PhD+4 yrs.).

• 8 years of experience in the design of complex mechanical systems with at least 4 years of experience in designing/developing medical devices

• Experience in developing electromechanical devices, preferentially with exposure to hand-held user input devices

• Demonstrated understanding of medical electrical equipment standards such as IEC 60601 and IEC 62366

• Advanced SolidWorks user with at least 5 years of experience using SolidWorks, surfacing experience desired

• Experience designing injection molded components

• PCB mechanical layout experience and ability to collaborate with EE's on PCB designs

• Able to independently assess complex problems and situations to move projects forward

• Demonstrated ability to generate original ideas with a history of relevant patents and IP

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and negotiation skills; friendly and approachable.

• Strong team player with a demonstrated history of success working in a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional environment

• Ability to travel 10% of the time

Workplace Type: Onsite

Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision+ HSA and FSA options

• Equity & Bonus Program

• Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance

• Mental health support through medical insurance programs

• Legal and Pet Insurance

• 12+ paid holidays, 15-20 days of PTO + use-what-you-need sick days

• Paid parental leave

• In-office snacks and beverages

• In-office lunch stipend

• Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement

• Team building and company organized social and celebration events