Mechanical Engineer (Remote)
Job Description
This remote Mechanical Engineer role focuses on sustaining engineering for a medical device portfolio, with a strong emphasis on cost savings, product transfers, and design changes. You will ensure that existing products remain compliant, manufacturable, and cost-effective while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with global, cross-functional teams and contribute directly to the reliability and continuous improvement of life-enhancing medical technologies.
Responsibilities
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through material changes, process improvements, and supplier optimization while maintaining product quality and compliance.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain, to evaluate, validate, and implement cost-saving proposals.
Conduct root cause analyses and risk assessments to ensure that changes preserve product integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Lead or support the transfer of products between manufacturing sites or suppliers, ensuring continuity of supply and consistent product quality.
Develop, maintain, and update engineering documentation such as drawings, specifications, and validation protocols to reflect current designs and processes.
Coordinate with global teams to plan and execute product transfers, minimizing disruption to supply and ensuring a smooth transition.
Evaluate and implement design changes that improve product performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance.
Support formal change control processes, including design verification, design validation, and the timely update of documentation.
Work closely with R&D, Regulatory, and Quality teams to ensure design changes align with applicable standards, regulations, and internal procedures.
Apply principles of design input, design output, design verification, and design validation (DIOVV) throughout sustaining engineering activities.
Use SolidWorks and other engineering tools to create, modify, and review mechanical designs and related documentation.
Manage multiple sustaining engineering projects concurrently, ensuring tasks are completed on time and in alignment with project goals.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within the medical device or other regulated industry.
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, mechanical systems, and materials.
Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and mechanical design.
Experience with sustaining engineering activities for existing products.
Knowledge of design for manufacturability and the ability to optimize designs for production.
Experience with engineering documentation systems, including the creation and maintenance of drawings, specifications, and protocols.
Familiarity with FDA regulations and other relevant medical device standards and guidelines.
Strong understanding of design input, design output, design verification, and design validation (DIOVV) processes.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis and risk assessment.
Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional and global teams.
Solid project management abilities, including organizing tasks, managing timelines, and coordinating stakeholders.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.
Knowledge of validation and verification processes for medical devices or other regulated products.
Experience working in cross-functional, global team environments.
Experience in medical device sustaining engineering or similar regulated product support.
Ability to document and present technical information clearly and accurately.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
Work Environment
This is a fully remote position, providing flexibility in work location while requiring reliable connectivity and effective virtual collaboration. You will work closely with global, cross-functional teams through digital communication and collaboration tools. The role involves extensive use of engineering software such as SolidWorks, engineering documentation systems, and potentially PLM platforms. The environment emphasizes structured change control, regulatory compliance, and thorough documentation. The position offers benefits such as 2 weeks of paid time off and 6 paid holidays, supporting a healthy work-life balance
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Centennial, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.
About Actalent
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