Research and Development
Mechanical Engineer II
Address: 350 Merrimack St, Lawrence, MA 01843, United States of America
Job ID: R0211436
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As a Clinic Manager at Fresenius Medical Care, you’ll manage the daily operations of our outpatient centers. More importantly, you’ll be the key driver in carrying out our mission: To deliver superior care that improves the quality of life of every patient, every day, setting the standard by which others in the health care industry are judged. This is accomplished by hiring, developing and inspiring a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, tracking and delivering superior patient outcomes and monitoring regulatory and safety requirements. Strong management skills are required and prior direct patient care experience is needed for occasions when the team needs a helping hand.

Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) at Fresenius Medical Care support and collaborate with RNs to provide dialysis treatment to several patients at a time while maintaining the functionality of the clinic. This involves prepping and testing equipment, reviewing treatment sheets, and opening the clinic at 4am for first shift. PCTs have a combination of technical skills and genuine passion needed to develop deep relationships with patients and improve their quality of life. Qualified candidates have prior customer service, healthcare and direct patient care experience, and will have the opportunity to learn the discipline of dialysis.

Fresenius Medical Care nurses are on the front line of patient care, improving the quality of life of every patient, every day. That means providing dialysis care to 10-12 patients at any given time, and collaborating with our multi-disciplinary team to deliver a unique care plan to each one of them. This role is all about relationships and the bond you’ll create with patients and their families. Prior dialysis nursing experience is helpful, but many successful candidates come from a background in ICU, PCU and/or surgery.

Inpatient RNs at Fresenius Medical Care perform dialysis treatments on an acute patient population in a hospital setting, including ICU, ER, Rehab, and Med/Surg units. What makes this role truly unique is the level of autonomy you’ll enjoy. Inpatient nurses are specifically accountable for administering and assessing each patient’s treatment plan. And because dialysis is a critical treatment for many hospital procedures and health conditions, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients. Ideal candidates possess leadership skills and independence needed to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment. Must be capable of educating patients and providing exceptional customer service to our partners. Six months to one year of dialysis experience or some form of critical care nursing experience are also required.

Job Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Mechanical Engineer II will play a key role in improving our Home HD products and our patients’ lives. This individual will apply sound engineering principles in the support of our current product portfolio and will be involved in different parts of a product’s life, including but not limited to the feasibility evaluation for new features and products to improve the quality, performance, and cost of dialysis therapy. You will be part of a team with responsibility for supporting a specific product line. Close collaboration with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and product management counterparts is key to quickly responding to issues, completing projects, and launching new products.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analysis of mechanical systems, including geometric tolerancing and Finite Element Analysis for structural, fatigue, thermal, vibration, and acoustics
Develop manufacturing drawings in accordance with applicable standards
Construct and test / oversee technicians in constructing and testing of prototype systems
Troubleshoot new designs and/or develop reliability improvements for existing designs
Improve designs for reliability, manufacturability, and performance
Participate in the development of product specifications and requirements documents
Support and/or conduct Risk Analysis activities, including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Operator Misuse Analysis (OMA), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to ensure design- and process- related risks are identified and appropriately mitigated
Work with Quality Assurance to maintain documentation in accordance with the approved internal Quality System that meets applicable GMP, QSR, ISO13485, and other requirements
Support the design, development, testing, and/or use of complex automated and semi-automated assembly and test equipment
Manage vendors to ensure rapid delivery of prototype components
Create, test, and improve complex electro-mechanical components and assemblies for next generation home dialysis instruments. Components include pumps, motors, pneumatics, couplings, sheet metal housings, and PCBA mounting/cabling
Skills:
Proficient in Solidworks 3D modeling, standard analysis tools and methodologies, mechanical detailing, geometric tolerance analysis, and documentation is preferred
Strong understanding of medical device development processes
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Strong diagnostic & problem-solving skills desired, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Experience maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information
Experience with design of experiments
Familiarity with fabrication methods such as machining, molding, sheet metal, and casting processes
Demonstrated aptitude for practical application of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical principles to system design.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- 2+ years of experience in product design, development, and/or testing of complex electro-mechanical products preferred
- Prior medical device experience strongly preferred
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Success Profile
What makes a successful member of our team? Check out the top traits we are looking for and see if you have the right mix.

“I successfully completed the RN program and went on to hold the position of Staff RN, Charge Nurse, and finally Clinical Manager.”
Clinical Manager

“Every day I walk in I am changing lives for the better and working to inspire my patients.”
Patient Care Technician

“I am a member of an outstanding team that helps patients gain more control, achieve tangible goals, and live better lives.”
Outpatient Services RN

“My goal is to make sure that our patients keep their mobility and quality of life. This goal is really personal for me. My own father always had really bad vasculature in his leg and never had access to the kind of care we offer — eventually he lost blood flow and mobility. Knowing what he went through makes me even more committed to our mission.”
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