Starkey Hearing · 9 hours ago
Sr Mechanical Engineer I - Advanced Development
Eden Prairie, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $126K/yr
8+ years expStarkey Hearing is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies, and they are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer I for their Advanced Development team. This role involves innovative concept design of hearing aids and accessories, collaborating across disciplines to integrate new technologies and guide designs from concept through productization.
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Responsibilities
Develop innovative concept designs for both standard and custom hearing aid products
Propose these new hearing aid and/or subassembly/component concept designs to Advanced Development Leadership
Document design benefits, market acceptance, and return-on-investment
Integrate new technologies into concept designs
Propose design options that are manufacturable and compatible with industrial design intent
Specify materials to meet all design requirements
Interface with internal and external suppliers to develop new processes and technologies
Develop concept designs for accessory devices and other new product opportunities
Propose new accessory device solutions and new product concepts
Document design benefits, market acceptance, and return-on-investment
Integrate new technologies into concept designs
Propose design options that are manufacturable and compatible with industrial design intent
Specify materials to meet all design requirements
Interface with internal and external suppliers to develop new processes and technologies
Effectively manage projects
Develop project plans with support from applicable tech leads and project managers and manage work efforts to ensure project schedules are met, and areas of high risk are identified and mitigated
Design and produce proof-of-concept prototypes
Ensure the generation of accurate and complete design documentation. Ensure the creation of accurate and detailed CAD models and drawings which communicate the design intent and ensure a high standard of quality
Facilitate design review(s)
Lead the process of the build of the prototype(s)
Ensure design verification and validation testing is completed meeting all criteria
Conduct design reviews with subject matter experts from a cross-functional team
Facilitate design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Testing (DVT)
Facilitate smooth transition of designed concepts into product development
Provide CAD package, prototypes, and results from DFMEA and DVT to product development team and act as consultant to team
Participate in design reviews during product development
Collaborate with external component and industrial design partners
Work with external partners via direct communication, Technical Improvement Process (TIP) meetings, and relevant industry and technical conferences
Mechanical Engineering support for sensors integration and other Advanced Development projects
Work as a team member of Advanced Development projects
Investigate and recommend paths to integrate new and existing sensor technology into Starkey products
Execute these sensor integration concepts through mechanical design proof-of-concept, prototype builds, and Design Verification Testing
Keep Plugged In To Company And Industry Trends
Technology scanning of new and relevant technologies
Attend technology seminars and report on and represent pertinent information for Starkey
Benchmark and explore new technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field; or Background in Mechanical Design with significant and relevant industry experience
8+ years of mechanical design experience in a related industry required
Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in ProE required
Proficiency in MSOffice required
Intermediate knowledge of injection molding processes and tooling required
Intermediate knowledge of materials and processes used to manufacture injection molded plastic, stamped metal, and elastomeric components required
Advanced knowledge of product development best practices (e.g. DFM, DOE, DFMEA, etc.) required
Intermediate knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing required
Intermediate understanding of acoustics and vibration highly desirable
Intermediate understanding and experience with various pieces of test equipment required
Proven ability to perform complex engineering analysis and calculations required
Big picture perspective of where the industry is headed
Proven ability to work well in a team environment required
Ability to work with minimal guidance to make decisions and report progress required
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
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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