R&D Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer
Kelly Services is currently seeking a R&D Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer position for one of our top clients in Irvine, CA.
- Kelly Outsourcing Consulting Group KellyOCG, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc., is currently seeking a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer for a long-term engagement at one of our Global clients in Irvine, CA. This role is a full-time, fully benefited position.
- As a KellyOCG employee you will be eligible for Medical, Dental, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from.
- You’ll also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation and sick/personal time.
- All KellyOCG employees receive annual performance reviews.
As a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer placed with KellyOCG you will be responsible for the following:
A R&D Engineer contributes to the design, development, verification, and transfer-to-manufacturing of electrophysiology (EP) and ultrasound catheter products. The role works on cross-functional project teams to deliver safe, reliable, and manufacturable catheter shafts, steerable mechanisms, electromechanical subsystems, and miniaturized ultrasound transducer assemblies used in EP or Structural Heart procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for medical devices using SolidWorks (3D modeling and detailed drawings).
- Design, specify, and integrate mechatronic subsystems (actuators, sensors, motor/drivers, encoders, wiring/cable harnesses, connectors, small-form-factor electronics) for steerable or motorized mechanisms.
- Collaborate with electrical and firmware engineers on embedded interfaces, signal conditioning, grounding/shielding, and cable/connector routing to ensure system-level performance.
- Support design control activities: requirements decomposition, design verification and validation planning/execution, and Design History File documentation.
- Plan and execute engineering characterization: develop test fixtures, instrument systems, collect/analyze mechanical/electrical/acoustic data, and prepare technical characterization reports.
- Support verification testing and system integration: develop/execute verification plans and protocols, assist with test setup/troubleshooting, validate mechatronic and software–hardware interactions, and document results.
- Perform tolerance analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and tolerance optimization for manufacturability and assembly.
- Conduct engineering analyses: basic FEA, control/dynamic assessments, material selection, and fluid/mechanical performance evaluations.
- Develop prototypes, lead bench testing, iterate designs based on test results and usability feedback, and support automated test fixture development.
- Participate in risk management activities: identify hazards, support FMEAs, and implement mitigations addressing mechanical, electrical related risks.
- Support engineering change requests and provide technical input for supplier qualification and production ramp.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, regulatory, and clinical teams to support transfer-to-production and process validation.
- Support supplier technical evaluations and provide technical direction during supplier qualification and production ramp.
Required Qualifications:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.
- Experience:
- With a BS and prior medical device experience: 3–4 years of industry product development experience.
- With a BS and experience in another regulated industry (e.g., pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive, defense): 4+ years of industry experience.
- With an MS: may substitute for 1-2 years of experience.
- Familiarity with design controls, verification/validation processes, and risk management in regulated environments.
- Hands-on bench-testing experience and comfort with mechanical and electrical test equipment.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and creation of detailed drawings with GD&T.
- Fundamental understanding of basic electronics, sensors, actuators, and control concepts relevant to mechatronic systems.
- Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills; proven ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior hands-on experience with intracardiac/vascular EP catheters, ultrasound imaging catheters, or minimally invasive delivery systems.
- Familiarity with motor control, piezo or micro-actuators, encoders, and small-form-factor drive electronics.
- Experience with FEA
- Experience with lab software and data acquisition tools (LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python) .
- Experience with automation — e.g., assembly automation, robotic/vision systems, PLCs, or automated test equipment and integration.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of sterilization effects on polymers and transducers (EtO, gamma, autoclave) and biocompatibility testing.
- Understanding of electrical safety, EMC/EMI considerations, and relevant standards.
- Experience with embedded systems.
- Experience with PLM systems (Windchill)
Core Competencies
- Catheter mechanics, micro-device assembly, and mechatronic integration mindset
- Systems thinking across mechanical, electrical, and software domains
- Cross-functional collaboration and supplier engagement
- Attention to detail with strong documentation discipline
- Data-driven decision making and root-cause analysis
- Project and time management; ability to meet milestones under moderate supervision
Important information: This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Why Kelly®?
The Managed Solutions practice within Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG®) is one focus within the full array of Kelly Services® workforce solutions.
Kelly Services has transformed from the staffing industry pioneer to a leading workforce solutions provider. KellyOCG is the distinguished outsourcing and consulting segment of Kelly Services, known for applying a forward-looking approach that enables companies to make strategic workforce planning decisions that impact their business and competitive advantage.
The Managed Solutions practice area of KellyOCG is dedicated to partnering with clients to architect and implement solutions that put them in a position to meet their operational obligation to their organization and freedom to focus on their more strategic business needs.
As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:
- Vacation and sick pay
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) plan
- Group medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance options
- Kelly Discounts on goods and services, auto and home insurance, and tuition at Kelly partner schools
- Kelly Learning Center offers free courses and trainings
- Weekly pay
About Kelly Services®
As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe. We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners. Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.
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