Mechanical Engineer IV
Spectraforce
Burlington, Massachusetts
2 hours ago
Job Description
Position Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer
Work Location: Burlington, MA 1803
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: Mon – Friday 40 hours per week
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Position Summary: Our Heart Failure R&D team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands-on expertise in the development of Mechanical Circulatory Support devices, specifically Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD). This role is ideal for an engineer passionate about solving complex problems in life-sustaining technologies and driving innovation in mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Background & Context: Our organization is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. At our organization, you can do work that matters, grow and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life.
Key Responsibilities:
• Specify, design, verify, and validate mechanical components and subsystems for LVADs in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Apply empirical, numerical, and experimental analysis (FEA, CFD, etc.) to evaluate and optimize designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute test methods and simulation models to mitigate design risks and ensure product robustness.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and documentation efforts including CAD models, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, electrical, software, clinical, and manufacturing engineering.
• Interface with suppliers and internal teams to source prototype and production components.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualification & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field.
• 6+ years of experience in mechanical design and development, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software and FEA tools (e.g., COMSOL).
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for reliability.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and deliver results in a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills. • Experience with Class III implantable devices or cardiovascular technologies.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, EUMDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 design controls and regulatory requirements.
• Exposure to computational modeling, fluid dynamics, and hemocompatibility testing.
• Experience with cable design, electromechanical integration, and biocompatible materials.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 68.00/hr.
Work Location: Burlington, MA 1803
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: Mon – Friday 40 hours per week
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Position Summary: Our Heart Failure R&D team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands-on expertise in the development of Mechanical Circulatory Support devices, specifically Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD). This role is ideal for an engineer passionate about solving complex problems in life-sustaining technologies and driving innovation in mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Background & Context: Our organization is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. At our organization, you can do work that matters, grow and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life.
Key Responsibilities:
• Specify, design, verify, and validate mechanical components and subsystems for LVADs in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Apply empirical, numerical, and experimental analysis (FEA, CFD, etc.) to evaluate and optimize designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute test methods and simulation models to mitigate design risks and ensure product robustness.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and documentation efforts including CAD models, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, electrical, software, clinical, and manufacturing engineering.
• Interface with suppliers and internal teams to source prototype and production components.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualification & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field.
• 6+ years of experience in mechanical design and development, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software and FEA tools (e.g., COMSOL).
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for reliability.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and deliver results in a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills. • Experience with Class III implantable devices or cardiovascular technologies.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, EUMDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 design controls and regulatory requirements.
• Exposure to computational modeling, fluid dynamics, and hemocompatibility testing.
• Experience with cable design, electromechanical integration, and biocompatible materials.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 68.00/hr.