lake forest, CA30+ days ago
Position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field More than one year of experience in equipment design, automation, or manufacturing engineering Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) Understanding of electro-mechanical systems, pneumatics, and sensor integration Exposure to EOAT, fixture design, or custom tooling for manufacturing processes Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams Ability to work in both lab and cleanroom environments Familiarity with basic design documentation and specification writing Comfortable handling multiple design projects concurrently with strong execution focus Preferred Experience designing industrial automation systems or tooling for sub-assemblies Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and precision machining Familiarity with SAP, PLM, or Product Data Management (PDM) systems Experience with prototype testing, ROI analysis, or risk assessments (FMEA) Knowledge of manufacturing processes for medical devices or ISO-regulated industries If you''re passionate about transforming ideas into precision-engineered solutions, the Manufacturing Design Engineer role at Applied Medical offers the perfect stage. In this dynamic, production-facing role, you'll collaborate with PPD teams, machinists, and cross-functional engineers-applying your CAD skills and mechanical intuition to design tooling, prototype components, and support the build and validation of custom equipment that enhances throughput, quality, and manufacturability across the floor.