Mechanical Engineer

Vantage MedTech provides comprehensive design and manufacturing services, supporting the advancement of medical technologies from concept through to product realization. We are developing new products for the treatment of heart failure, cancer, stroke, Gene Therapy, COPD, TBI, Atrial Fibrillation, Blood Clots, Brain Surgery, and many more! We are searching for top-tier talent to apply their gifts to making life better for hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide. If this is something you aspire to, we would like to talk with you!

As a Mechanical Engineer you will be a key member of an interdisciplinary team to design and test a wide variety of new and innovative medical devices. Products developed at our Company range from simple to very complex and include mechanisms, motion control, pneumatics, enclosure design, acoustics, thermal design, and fluid handling.  Our medical products improve quality of life for patients every day.  Our innovative products are developed by experienced, multi-disciplinary teams and require a high level of hardware and software integration. We are adding a Mechanical Engineer to our 50 engineering team to support the growth of our vast portfolio of medical devices.

The ideal candidate will possess Proven experience working in cross-functional teams developing products from concept to manufacturing is highly desired. Experience developing products in a highly regulated environment such as ISO 13485 and/or CFR 820 is a plus as well as utilization of computational tools for structural analysis (FEA) and dynamic mechanical performance.

• This is not a remote opportunity. This position is based in Lenexa, KS.  Local candidates only. We do not offer relocation assistance.  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and evaluate mechanical systems and components including solid models and drawings using CATIA V5 and SolidWorks.
• Propose design ideas for the introduction of new measurement technologies, devices, and process technologies which will be implanted into manufacturable form.
• Conceive mechanically oriented design solutions that also involve electro-mechanical, electronic, optical and computer-controlled capabilities.
• Build mockups and proof of concept models (we are very hands-on with our work) while collaborating with product teams and customers to refine designs for specific applications.
• Apply theoretical knowledge of design and mechanical engineering principles using structural analysis, calculations, and tools.
• Ensure designs meet and exceed product specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Document the new product development process, e.g., create specifications, define testing protocols, prepare comprehensive performance reports, and comply with medical product requirements.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in mechanical design.
• High-level of proficiency with SolidWorks CAD software and CATIA V5 Proficiency in other CAD software such as ProE or Inventor.
• Experience in designing electro-mechanical systems, control systems, pneumatic systems, fluidic pumps, thermal management, and mechanism designs.
• Proven track record of collaboration with cross-functional teams developing products from concept to manufacturable form.
• Knowledge of material selection, engineering first principles, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, design failure mode and effect analysis (DFMEA) and various manufacturing processes and techniques is required.
• Experience in injection-molded plastic part design, machined part design and folded sheet metal design
• SAP experience is a plus!
  
  

Top Benefits/Perks:

As a team member at Vantage MedTech, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Company retirement plan with matching.
  
  

Vantage MedTech values a diverse team and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All applicants must be authorized for full-time employment in the United States.  For more information, visit www.vantagemedtech.com 

No third-party candidates please.