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Staff Mechanical Engineer

Elevate Search
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

Elevate Search is partnering with a globally recognized, publicly traded medical device company in San Diego, CA to find a very seasoned Staff Mechanical Engineer for it's dynamic, fast paced Characterization team within R&D.


This is a unique role that combines mechanical engineering, materials science, and biomechanical testing. The ideal person will have prior experience developing bench tests that mimic the human body. This person will perform test method development, test method validation, execute tests, source test equipment, and manage the laboratory. This person will also have a pivotal role in planning the design verification strategy.


Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 8 years relevant experience (will consider additional schooling in lieu of years)
  • Prior experience developing test methods ideally with some related to tissue/device interface
  • Medical Device experience
  • Biomechanics experience
  • Leadership experience (you will be the technical lead within test characterization)


The company offers exceptional benefits including competitive salaries, 13% annual bonus, 401K match, PTO, generous medical, dental, and vision plans, etc. plus a fun and collaborative work environment.


Please email me at mmarsh@elevatesearch.com to start a conversation.


This role is ON-SITE in San Diego, CA.


key words: Biomechanical Testing, Reliability testing, Product Testing, Integration Testing, Test Protocols, System Requirements, Medical Devices, Test Method Validation, Test Method development, Design Verification, V&V, Bench Test.

Salary : $150,000 - $180,000

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