Position Summary
The Staff Mechanical Engineer shall produce specifications for, design, develop, verify and validate new or modified mechanical components or systems in medical-grade sterilization capital, accessories and consumables.
Duties And Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, general direction, etc. and in accordance with all applicable government laws, regulations and ASP policies, procedures and guidelines, this position:
- Deliver and drive results by participating in new product development projects either as a team member or work stream leader focused on mechanical centric design and development
- Connects by demonstrating strong collaboration with cross functional team members to ensure alignment and influencing of design concepts, design inputs, design outputs, and design verification.
- Provides strong technical leadership on assigned projects to deliver design concepts, design characterization, design inputs, design outputs, and design verification using sound engineering principles and expertise.
- Provides guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, draftsmen, technicians and contractors.
- Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
- Performs other duties assigned as needed
Other Duties
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- Assess project requirements
- Measure the performance of mechanical components, devices and systems
- Align budgets, timescales and specifications with cross-functional stakeholders, customers and management
- Use computer-aided design, FEA and CFD software
- Undertake relevant research
- Produce and Implement designs and test procedures with compliant GDP
- Present designs, drive technical reviews and own work streams
- Write protocols, reports and other QMS documentation
- Providing technical support to cross-functional teams
- Analyze and interpret data.
Qualifications
Education:
High School or EquivalentAssociate degreeBachelor’s Degree, Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s DegreePhD Degree
Years Of Related Experience
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- 8+ year of related experience in new product development required; highly regulated industry experience preferred (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive, Medical Devices)
- 6+ years minimum of CAD design experience required; SolidWorks preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Certifications/Licenses, And Affiliations
(Include any required computer skills, regulatory knowledge, certifications, licenses, languages, cognitive and behavioral abilities etc.)
- Thorough understanding of Design Verification and Validation highly preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication required
- Design experience for plastics highly preferred
- GD&T working knowledge highly preferred
- Medical device product development experience highly preferred
- Fluidic Systems experience a plus
- Sterilization and/or disinfection experience a plus
Responsibility For Others and Internal Interactions
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- This position does not entail direct supervisory responsibilities.
- Internal interface activities will include but not limited to, Quality, Operations, Regulatory Compliance, Marketing, Medical Safety, Field Services and Medical Safety.
External Interactions
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- Liaise with suppliers, development partners and manufacturers to support new product development, sustaining engineering and manufacturing.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands identified are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job. While performing the responsibilities of this job, the employee may be required to talk and hear.
Work Environment (mark all that apply)
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Scheduled Work Hours
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Work Locations (mark all that apply
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Primary Location:
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Approximate Position Requirements
Standing:
10-20%
Kneeling:
0-10%
Sitting:
Up to 80%
Walking:
10-20%
Requirements
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Environmental, Health and Safety
All Managers And Employees Shall Proactively Support ASP’s Environmental, Health And Safety (EHS) Policy By Providing The Necessary Resources And Giving Equal Emphasis With Other Functions Such As Production And Quality. It Is The Duty Of Every Manager And Employee ToEnsure implementation of safety and environmental procedures, guidelines and standards.Evaluate employee compliance and enforce established safety and environmental procedures and rules.Create a safe work area environment, recognize safe activities, and reward good safety performance.
Provide Training To Employees When
- Hired
- Transferred
- New substances, processes, procedures or equipment are introduced to the workplace and represent a new hazard
Measure safety performance and hold persons accountable for activities and results.Ensure that incidents are investigated to determine root cause, and that corrective actions are taken.Ensure employees wear required protective equipment.Ensure EHS inspections are conducted monthly and corrective actions are implemented.
Occupational Hazards
Ergonomic Risk:
Low
Reproductive Health Risk:
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Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) Operation
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☐Forklift☐Motorized Pallet Jack☐Company Vehicle
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Compliance
All employees have a duty to comply with applicable laws, regulations, standards, ASP policies and procedures.This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
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This section shall be used for local Government Regulations or Laws which require the job description to be signed by the employee and manager. A scanned copy of the signed document is uploaded into the Learning Management System.
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Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Advanced Sterilization Products
ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus and equity as part of the total compensation package.
Is this role subject to ITAR?
The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.This position is also eligible for bonus and equity as part of the total compensation package.
