Process Engineer - Mechanical
Core
Lead the development, optimization, and scaling of manufacturing processes for precision mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies across an external manufacturing network.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical process engineer (industrialization)
Builds
Complex instrumentation and manufacturing platforms for life sciences and analytical instruments
Domain
Life sciences instrumentation / Precision mechanical manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical process engineering, supplier industrialization, Bill of Equipment (BOE) development, yield improvement, cost optimization, GD&T, tolerance analysis, process capability studies, root cause analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, CAD, ERP, PLM, MES
Preferred skills
mechanical process engineering in high-tech/regulated environments, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, casting, molding, precision assembly, fixturing, tooling, electro-mechanical integration, NPI, technology transfer, equipment qualification, production scale-up, data-driven problem-solving
Technologies
CNC, CAD, ERP, PLM, MES
Responsibilities
Lead design and optimization of mechanical manufacturing processes; Drive manufacturing readiness for precision assemblies and supplier production; Develop and maintain BOE standards and equipment templates; Partner with R&D and Contract Manufacturers on DFM/DFA decisions; Lead mechanical industrialization including pilot builds and production ramp-up; Perform process capability studies and manufacturing risk assessments; Conduct supplier capability assessments; Develop standardized process documentation; Lead root cause analysis for manufacturing issues; Drive cost reduction through process optimization; Collaborate with supply chain to improve manufacturability
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC