Senior Mechanical Engineer (Fluidics & System)

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Fluidics & System) Our client is a global leader in life-science technology, developing innovative products that make a meaningful impact on science and healthcare. We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Fluidics & Systems) to support product development, new product introduction (NPI), product transfer, and manufacturing operations. This role will focus on driving product quality, reliability, and performance through engineering analysis, system-level troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in optimizing mechanical and fluidics systems, resolving complex engineering challenges, and ensuring successful product transitions from design to manufacturing. Key Responsibilities • Drive new product introduction, product transfer, and sustaining engineering activities. • Lead mechanical and fluidics subsystem improvements, including system integration and performance optimization. • Conduct product characterization, design verification, reliability testing, and root cause investigations. • Apply FMEA, DOE, SPC, and statistical analysis to improve product quality, yield, and manufacturing efficiency. • Troubleshoot fluidics and system-level issues involving pumps, valves, tubing, sensors, flow control, and pressure management. • Support engineering change management, validation activities, and technical documentation. • Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing process optimization. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to ensure product and process readiness. • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Job Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, with at least 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 3+ years of experience. • Strong background in mechanical engineering, including mechanical design, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFMA. • Hands-on experience in fluidics system design, integration, and characterization, preferably within life-science instruments or analytical equipment. • Good understanding of fluid dynamics, flow control, pressure management, pumps, valves, tubing, and fluidic assemblies. • Experience in product characterization, reliability testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing support. • Knowledge of lyophilization (freeze-drying) processes and thermal management would be an advantage. • Familiarity with FMEA, DOE, SPC, statistical analysis, and engineering change management. • Proficiency in CAD and data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or JMP. • Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers. #J-18808-Ljbffr