Co-Diagnostics Inc. is seeking a Medical Device Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of automated diagnostic instruments from Salt Lake City, with on-site work. This senior position oversees a cross-functional team of mechanical and electrical engineers, guiding product development from concept through production while aligning with the company’s strategic objectives. The role carries a salary range of USD 100,000 to 140,000 per year and requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) with at least seven years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mechanical and electrical engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development.
- Set clear goals and expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with the engineering department's strategic objectives.
- Manage multiple product development projects, ensuring they follow the product development process, and meet the design and risk deliverables.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, scientific team, and marketing to ensure the successful development and launch of new products.
- Approve timesheet and vacation requests in Paylocity.
- Communicate effectively with management.
- Coordinate effectively with other departments throughout Co-Dx.
- Oversee product development lifecycle, from concept through to production.
- Ensure they meet user needs and design inputs.
- Lead the team in the creation of verification and validation protocols, reports, and plans.
- Creation of design and risk matrix's and other required DHF documents.
- Lead technical reviews and ensure that products meet the product development requirements for each phase gate completion.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the product development team, focusing on improving performance, reducing costs, and improving product quality.
- Implement best practices in product development methodologies, technologies, and processes.
Requirements
- Strong technical background in medical device product design and development with demonstrated leadership and product launch abilities.
- Reliable and dependable performance.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
- Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and work under stressful conditions.
- Absolute integrity in all aspects of duties performed.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols and procedures accurately.
Technologies
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Working Conditions
- May be required to wear PPE such as lab coat, face mask, hair net, safety glasses and/or face shields, safety gloves, and other safety equipment as needed.
- May work a variety of shifts that include a traditional workday (8:00 am to 5:00 pm, etc.), a 9/8/80 schedule with every other Friday off, or other shifts as may be assigned.
- Remote work is not available for this role.
Physical Requirements
- This job requires long periods of sitting or standing.
- There will be stooping, bending, and twisting while gathering materials needed for experiments.
- Based on the nature of the experiments to be performed, the ambient air temperature and/or humidity levels may fluctuate.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Fine motor coordination with hand and finger dexterity. Good visual acuity including color perception.
Our EEO Policy
Co-Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Co-Diagnostics participates in E-Verify. No immigration-related sponsorships are available.
Salary: USD 100,000 - 140,000 per year
Work Location
Salt Lake City, UT (onsite) - In person
