If you are a Mechanical Engineer with solid CAD skills, knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes and an understanding of Good Engineering Practices for optimal product design, this newly added role offers a compelling mix of challenges and opportunities. For example, you will:
 

• Play an important role in new product development process, as you work both independently and in collaboration with a talented team of experts and deliver CAD layouts and models ready for production.  Quick question for you - click here
• Bring your strong ideas to the table and contribute, especially to the ideation stage. Your input will be welcomed and appreciated.
• Enjoy working on projects from conception to completion. You will not be siloed at Aspen Medical Products, but instead will see the results of your work and gain a big picture view of our processes and product line.
• Expand your skills in an organization that places a high value on engineering -- we are always growing, learning and trying new things.
• Join us as we are actively expanding our product line in the markets we serve. You'll learn right along with the team.
• Become part of a great family-oriented culture in a "Best Places to Work" environment, with leaders who truly care about employees and place an emphasis on quality of life, fun events and more.

At Aspen Medical Products we pride ourselves on making the best products in the industry, products that change people's lives. We have won many industry awards for our medical devices, which are sold through hospitals, medical practices, chiropractors, and pain management clinics. We believe that enjoying your work and making valuable contributions to business are equally vital. To that end, Aspen has been designated one of the Best Places to Work in Orange County by the Orange County Register and the Orange County Business Journal eight years in a row.

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the Mechanical Engineer I opportunity, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering  Quick question for you - click here
• At least 2 years of experience as a mechanical engineer in product design/new product development
• 2+ years’ experience performing mechanical engineering duties with increasing levels of responsibility  Quick question for you - click here
• Engineering experience in orthopedic bracing preferred
• Strong CAD skills including:
  • 2D CAD, Rhino is beneficial 
  • 3D CAD, ideally SolidWorks
• Solid computer skills including MS Word and Excel
• Knowledge in the use and design for plastics
• Knowledge in the use and design for metal, soft goods
• Knowledge in design for assembly  Quick question for you - click here
• Familiarity with the patent process
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with written and verbal fluency in English
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Experience working directly with customers is an advantage, though you can gain that experience on the job

In addition to these requirements, you should be open to limited travel, when safe again, to see customers, vendors and/or manufacturing sites in the U.S., Mexico and overseas.

At present, you will work remotely from your home office and occasionally in the office based on project need. Post Covid, we anticipate at least part time working in the office. However, as with many things in the current environment, this is subject to change.

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Reporting to the Vice President, Research and Development, as Mechanical Engineer I, you will serve as a key member of the Product Design team. You will work collaboratively with Industrial Design and proactively inform the design of concepts, prototypes and final products by applying Good Engineering Practices with a goal of producing production-ready medical products that meet the functional, marketable and aesthetic intent of the design. More specifically, you will:

• Support design efforts through collaboration with multiple departments such as Marketing, Industrial Design, Quality and Operations
• Support the Design team to best achieve the functional, cost and aesthetic objectives of the project
• Interpret communication in the form of 2D layouts, prototypes, 3D models, written or verbal instructions to achieve completed CAD layouts and models ready for production  Quick question for you - click here
• Provide assistance on part, assembly and material testing definition, design and documentation with a goal to develop superior results in product performance and production
• Make material and process recommendations for optimal product designs
• Support designs in engineering technical documentation, 2D and 3D CAD formats
• Provide support for testing, documentation and sustaining engineering as needed

The scope of each project typically includes a good deal of time dedicated to the ideation stage -- there's a lot of brainstorming as everyone shares their ideas. From concept, we'll decide on the design direction, engineer the product, test (mechanical and user testing), complete FDA and other documentation, and finally move to the manufacturing stage. Throughout the process, you will interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including customers and end-users, Marketing, Operations, and other departments, and finally with vendors to ensure they know what they are manufacturing. You will need to be comfortable and effective in your communication, flexible as you navigate constant changes, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities. 

This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

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Autonomy and support
We’ll look to you to achieve goals independently and assume ownership of your areas of responsibility. At the same time, you’ll have support when you need it and plenty of opportunities to collaborate. Our goal is to set you up for success, and support you throughout your role.

Build a progressive career
We are proactive about supporting professional development. We offer training that helps employees develop both technical and leadership skills, and we're committed to promoting from within whenever possible.

Award-winning products enhance the quality of people's lives
Backed by over 25 years of R&D, Aspen Medical Products help patients cope with chronic conditions, manage pain, and heal faster (see testimonials in the video on The Role tab). Our innovative approach and strong business model have earned us distinctions. In addition to the workplace excellence awards mentioned above, we have won:

• Several Spine Technology Awards from Orthopedics This Week.
• The American Technology Award, in the medical device category, from TechAmerica Foundation.
• Awards for delivering exceptional service as a vendor, from Hanger/SPS, a leading distributor of orthotic and prosthetic patient care and therapeutic products, services and solutions.
• And others.

Exemplary culture
You will find a close-knit culture that values mutual respect at Aspen. The numerous "Best Places to Work" awards we've won represent high levels of employee satisfaction (as reported by employees) as well as excellence in benefits, pay, work/life balance and culture.

Competitive benefits package
The health, satisfaction and security of you and your family are important to your well-being and important to us. We offer a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family; life insurance; paid vacation; and a 401(k) plan with company match. 

Pictured: Just a couple of the many awards we have received.

This is a prime role for an up-and-coming mechanical engineer. We have an exemplary team of industrial designers with 20+ years of experience and are adding engineering talent to the process. You are a key part of that initiative and will enjoy the support and mentorship of a skilled senior mechanical engineer as you come up to speed. At the same time, you'll be taking on a good deal of responsibility so will need to step up in short order and take ownership of your role. To be an outstanding Mechanical Engineer I, you will:

• Bring a passion for engineering and your ability to contribute
• Be a motivated self-starter with the drive to move things forward and complete tasks
• Work independently, taking ownership of your responsibilities, but also be willing to raise your hand and seek help when needed
• Able to wear different hats from CAD design to customer interactions to documentation
• Maintain a positive, team-oriented mindset
• Have the ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and departments
• Remain organized, always knowing what needs to be done

If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity, and you meet the minimum requirements, we look forward to hearing from you.