Starkey Hearing · 2 days ago
Sr Mechanical Engineer I - RD
Eden Prairie, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$94K/yr - $142K/yr
5+ years expStarkey Hearing is a world leader in the manufacturing and delivering of advanced hearing solutions. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer role is a critical leadership position focused on driving the design and development of innovative, high-performance hearing aids and related devices, while mentoring others and contributing to continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Generate system and component performance requirements
Lead the project team to document specific performance targets using historical data and high-level user requirements as a guide
Design new and innovative standard and custom hearing aids and other auxiliary devices which meet product requirements
Integrate new technologies into product designs
Propose design options that are manufacturable and harmonious with Industrial Design
Specify materials and finishes that are appropriate to meet all design requirements
Interface with internal and external suppliers to develop and implement new processes and technologies
Work with a cross-functional team to ensure that all manufacturing and performance requirements are met
Analyze component and assembly costs to ensure the designs meet product requirements
Ensure design verification and validation testing is completed and ensure that all criteria are met
Specify and perform design verification testing to ensure the designs meet product requirements
Support the design validation testing for all new parts and assemblies
Aid prototype and production debugging efforts to ensure that design intent is met, and parts are acceptable for form, fit and function
Ensure product quality by evaluating and dispositioning First Article Inspection data
Develop the technical project plan and manage work efforts to ensure project schedules are met and areas of high risk are identified and mitigated with appropriate risk mitigation plans
Lead design reviews
Generate mechanical design tasks and provide input into project timelines and schedules
Provide project status updates at team meetings as required
Collaborate with other cross-functional team members to create and maintain DFMEA documentation which ensures that all key areas of potential failure have been considered and addressed
Ensure the generation of accurate design documentation
Ensure the creation of accurate CAD models and drawings which communicate the design intent and ensure a high standard of quality
Ensure the creation of accurate and up-to-date online documentation using Starkey documentation procedures
Insure the creation of Engineering Change Orders (ECO) for release
Perform other duties commensurate with a “senior” engineer role
Mentor, train, and provide work direction to other engineers and designers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 7 years' experience
Advanced knowledge of injection molding processing and tooling required
Advanced knowledge of materials and processes used to manufacture injection molded plastic, stamped metal, and elastomeric components required
Advanced knowledge of product development best practices (i.e. DFM, DOE, DFMEA, Lean PD, etc.…) required
Intermediate knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing required
Intermediate understanding and experience with various pieces of test equipment required
Proven ability to perform complex engineering analysis and calculations required
Proven ability to work well in a team environment required
Ability to work with minimal guidance to make decisions and report progress required
Requires personal communication and conduct skills at a professional level
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Must be a self-starter with high initiative
Demonstrated leadership role in projects including ability to provide guidance and direction on the project to less experienced technical personnel required
Ability to keep current with new technologies and industry trends required
Preferred
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years' experience
PhD Mechanical Engineering with 2 years' experience
Product Development environment required; hearing or medical device industry experience preferred
Proficiency in ProE preferred
Intermediate understanding of acoustics and vibration is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance plan
Hearing aid benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Paid floating holidays
Paid volunteer service day
Paid paternity and maternity leave
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Starkey Hearing
Starkey is a privately held, global hearing technology company headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA.
5001-10000 employees
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