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Mechanical Engineer
Plano, TX (On-Site) | Direct-Hire | $120,000–$140,000 Base Salary

Konik is partnering with a global manufacturer of specialized medical devices to add a Mechanical Engineer to their team. This organization develops innovative, minimally invasive products used in image-guided procedures, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes through advanced design and engineering.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in end-to-end product development, owning projects from concept through commercialization while working in a highly regulated, design-controlled environment.

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development of medical device products, from concept through launch
• Translate product and system requirements into innovative design solutions
• Develop detailed 3D models, drawings, and specifications using SolidWorks
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, and statistical analysis to ensure product performance
• Support design control activities including DFMEA, risk analysis, and documentation
• Conduct and support testing activities, including engineering confidence testing (ECT) and validation efforts
• Perform FEA and other analyses to validate design performance and safety
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize manufacturability and assembly
• Collaborate with vendors to prototype, test, and refine product designs
• Lead design reviews and drive continuous improvement of existing products
• Investigate materials, processes, and design enhancements to improve performance and reliability
• Perform root cause analysis and implement design changes as needed

Additional Role Details

• Full ownership of product development lifecycle from concept to commercialization
• Highly collaborative environment working with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
• Exposure to cutting-edge medical technologies and applications
• Opportunity to influence both new product development and continuous improvement efforts

Mechanical Engineer Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
• 5+ years of experience in medical device product development with disposable devices
• Strong experience with SolidWorks and mechanical design tools
• Proficiency in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and detailed drawing creation
• Experience working within design control and regulated environments
• Knowledge of plastics, injection molding, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with DFMEA, risk mitigation, and validation methodologies
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience with catheter-based or minimally invasive medical devices
• Background in mold flow analysis or advanced simulation tools
• Experience supporting verification and validation (V&V) activities
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for medical device development

Compensation & Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities (10%)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• PTO and paid holidays
• Career growth within a global, innovation-driven organization

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