Aliph Medical ยท 8 hours ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer
Lake Forest, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expAliph Medical, Inc. is a purpose-driven medical-device startup developing a novel ocular diagnostic platform utilizing advanced AI analytics. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing robust mechanical systems for this ophthalmic medical device, including the mechanical architecture and detailed design of various subsystems.
Medical Device
Hiring Manager
Muhammad K Al-Qaisi
Responsibilities
Architect the mechanical assembly supporting free-space optical system comprised of static and moving optical element, as well as actuators
Own the design of other subsystems including device structure, skins, cable routing, thermal management, and tooling design. Make the design yourself and manage external contractors
Desing the mechanical subsystem and parts using SolidWorks
Design for reasonable cost without reliance of expensive material or fabrication techniques unless absolutely needed
Prototype the subsystems and systems using the appropriate fabrication techniques
Plan and execute characterization studies as needed per subsystem. This includes image quality, alignment sensitivity, and environmental sensitivity
Troubleshoot and root-cause performance issues, including stray light, focus drift, CTE mismatch, and assembly variation
Partner with the various R&D disciplines to ensure proper integration and performance
Support documentation required for regulated medical devices (DHFs, design verification protocols, risk analyses, engineering change orders)
Define assembly processes and tolerances for volume production
Develop DFM/DFA strategies with suppliers and manufacturing partners
Substantially contribute to transfer to manufacturing, including vendor selection, tooling decisions, and assembly processes
Present design reviews and contribute technical expertise to program planning
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience designing mechanical and optomechanical systems
Strong SolidWorks experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and precision design
Proven experience with mounting for optics components and subassemblies where mechanical positioning tolerances and adjustments/locking mechanisms are specified
Proven experience with precision actuators
Proven experience with instrument structure design with optical stability and repeatability
Experience with optical alignment, metrology tools, and optical bench setup
Hands-on experience in prototype development and troubleshooting
Strong understanding of DFM for small-form-factor and precision assemblies
Able to balance theoretical rigor with practical engineering judgment
Comfortable working with ambiguity. Comfortable working in a collaborative and demanding early-stage R&D and production environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially for complex, multidisciplinary systems
Strong communication and documentation skills
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to details, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Willing to go out of your comfort zone and take multi tasks beyond your routine work within your function
High level of integrity and accountability
Hands-on and detail-oriented
Preferred
experience with imaging systems, lasers, fiber optics
experience in regulated industries (medical device, biotech, or similar)
knowledge of medical device development lifecycle (ISO 13485, IEC-60601, FMEA, and risk management)
Company
Aliph Medical
Aliph Medical is a purpose-driven medical-device startup. We believe all patients deserve to receive the best level of care.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase