POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Mechanical Engineer II
DATE:
9/25/14
FLSA:
EXEMPT
APPLICABLE EXEMPTION(S):
NON EXEMPT Professional
SOFTWARE, EXEMPT
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT:
Engineering/Product Development
REPORTS TO:
Director, Engineering/Product Development
LOCATION:
Olympus Respiratory America d/b/a Spiration, Inc. in Redmond, WA
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Members of our mechanical engineering team are responsible for designing innovative medical devices,
products and tools to support the Company’s product lines. Mechanical engineers design and build test
samples, test fixtures and prototypes, conduct independent engineering analysis, and interface regularly
across all functions at the Company.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prototypes new concepts, originates and updates drawings, work instructions, protocols and reports.
Utilizes engineering tools, such as 3D modelling, statistical software and FEA.
Conducts engineering testing and independent engineering analysis (e.g. tolerance stack) on systems.
Selects and leads technical contact with outside suppliers for custom components.
Works collaboratively across all functions of the Company to resolve issues, communicate changes, and to
ensure the highest quality product is developed for our customers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the, education, knowledge,
skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.)
EDUCATION
 BS degree Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
 Graduate degree a plus.
EXPERIENCE
 3+ years experience required.
 Previous experience working in a medical device field or other regulated industry required.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE
 In-depth understanding of engineering and production requirements, preferably related to medical device
design.
 ISO certification and FDA compliance experience desired.
 Hands on experience with machining, prototyping, and fabrication methods.
 Demonstrable experience specifying, designing, analyzing, simulating, prototyping, building,
testing, and documenting.
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Current expertise in the use of CAD software required, SolidWorks experience preferred.
Advanced Microsoft software skills including sophisticated Word and Excel skills a must. Powerpoint,
Visio, database and statistical analysis software experience optimal.
Sophisticated written and verbal communication skills required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequently Lift/Carry up to 25 lbs
Microscope/Fine close work 8 hrs a
day
Vision requirements correctable to
20/20 vision
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Chemicals/Solvents
Infectious Disease exposure
Radiation
Frequently Push/Pull
50+ lbs
Bend/Stoop/Kneel 2 hrs a day
Stand/Sit/Walk 8 hrs a day
Dexterity required
Operate moving vehicles
Other
Clean Room
Laser
ETO exposure
Eye Protection
Noise above 85 decibels
Other
Spiration d/b/a Olympus Respiratory America is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
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