The Mechanical Engineer will develop and prototype new products, improve existing designs, and conduct testing and documentation, primarily using SolidWorks.
About Avive:
Avive Solutions, Inc. (https://avive.life) is a growth stage Automated External Defibrillator (AED) company with a connected response system that is rapidly gaining market share. We are a mission driven team that is quite literally saving lives. Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death in the United States, and we are on a mission to change that! We are a dynamic organization that builds elegant, creative solutions to solve complex problems. Ultimately, our mission is for all cardiac arrest victims to have rapid access to life-saving defibrillation.
Avive is taking a fresh approach to addressing this decades-old problem by innovating AED technology, coupled with a first-of-its-kind software platform solution to enable a quicker and more streamlined response to SCA emergencies. We believe that this unique combination of deploying advanced – yet still accessible – hardware, and software, has the potential to revolutionize out-of-hospital cardiac arrest response and massively impact SCA survival rates.
Check out this short video that shows a glimpse of how our team is working to re-think cardiac arrest response and save lives! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p4zfOWo62E
Learn more about working at Avive: https://avive.life/careers/
About the Role:
This position is for a Mechanical Engineer in Avive’s R&D organization, that will develop and prototype the next generation of products and accessories as well as support improvements to current products. This position requires a high competency in 3D modeling and building functional prototypes with the use of various fabrication processes.
What You'll Do:
- Design mechanical and electromechanical components, assemblies, or systems using CAD software (SolidWorks).
- Prepare and update engineering drawings, models, and documentation.
- Design, build and take prototypes to increasing levels of fidelity, and work with product focused engineers to translate early prototypes into products.
- Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
- Assist with drafting Bills of Materials (BOMs), process instructions, or document change orders.
- Conduct functional and performance testing on mechanical systems and components to ensure product quality.
- Develop manufacturing processes and tools by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
- Participate in design reviews and project meetings.
- Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures; and requesting special services.
- Work closely with senior engineers and project managers to meet project deadlines.
- Design and finish concepts to a high-level of quality.
- Ability to juggle numerous projects at once while honoring tight deadlines and deliverables.
- Perform maximum/minimum material testing, tolerance stack analysis.
- Perform engineering studies and tests to support design decisions, identify issues, or identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop test methods, author design verification and design validation protocols, perform testing and document results, perform statistical analysis of results, author reports.
Required Skills & Experience:
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 1-3 years (industry and/or project) of experience in hands-on Mechanical Engineering/Design role with focus in prototyping and product development.
- 2+ years (industry and schooling) of experience using SolidWorks
- Must be organized and have excellent communication skills.
Bonus Points For:
- Knowledge and experience in various manufacturing methods and processes.
- CAD experience (SolidWorks) working with ID surfaces.
- Hands-on experience and knowledge of the prototype development process, such as 3D printing, CNC machining, molding, casting, functional prototyping, electrical integration and working models with aesthetic fit, finishes at a production-level appearance.
- Knowledge of electrical subsystems.
- Demonstrate a high attention to detail, be customer oriented and possess strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience in an FDA and ISO regulated environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Anticipated Salary Range; $100,000 - $125,000
Avive Solutions Brisbane, California, USA Office
Brisbane is a small, charming enclave between SF and South SF nestled at the foot of San Bruno Mountain. It's close to SFO and the City, and can be accessed by a free shuttle to/from Caltrain & BART. There are several local restaurants to choose from.
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