Mechanical Engineer III

ATS Life Sciences Chicago is a fast paced, exciting and progressive company experiencing incredible growth! We are currently looking for reliable, ambitious and hardworking employees to join our team. As a company, we pride ourselves on building a culture that values employees and promotes innovation, diversity, excellence in communication and commitment to personal/professional growth. Join our team and you will find we advocate a healthy working environment and opportunities to experience the rewards of contributing to a proactive and competent team.   Why work here?

The role of the Mechanical Engineer III is to conceptualize and design automated equipment according to customer and internal specification; Capable of being the Mechanical Engineering Lead on any size machine or replication project, including large (> $1.5M), multi-module systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Design cam, servo, and air operated stations and to make changes to existing designs.
• Execute cam (drive) design.
• Ensure the design is functional, robust, and cost effective.
• Innovate and use good judgment to incorporate ATS Life Sciences Chicago standards and regulatory requirements. 
• Research and specify appropriate materials and purchased components.
• Create detail drawings, assembly drawings, bill of materials, organize release packages, and update drawings.
• Participate in internal and customer design reviews. 
• Prepare pneumatic and timing diagrams and select appropriate sensors.
• Work with suppliers to find/develop the most functional and economical solutions to design issues.
• Work under the confines of the project schedule and budget.
• Problem-solve design or detail issues and update all appropriate documentation.
• Communicate ideas and comprehend information both verbally and in written form.
• Assimilate well within a team and exhibit objectivity and openness to other views.
• Follow all policy and procedures to adhere to International Standardization Organization (ISO) 9001 and 13485 certification requirements.
• Help guide and mentor Level I and Level II Mechanical Engineers with the execution of their designs and projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree in mechanical engineering, engineering related field, or equivalent experience.
• Six (6+) or more years of automation experience.
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD, 3D Solid Works or similar CAD systems.
• Proficient with computers, including programs such as AutoCAD, Solid Works, Microsoft Office suite, etc.
• Able to operate fax machines, copiers, printers/plotters, etc.
• Proficient with inspection and measuring tools such as scales, calipers, micrometers, etc.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently. 
• Visual acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.
• Hearing ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions. 
• Working conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor. 
• Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time.

We are an equal employment employer. All applicants considered are subject to a pre-employment screening.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.  Our company is not able to provide sponsorship to candidates wanting to work legally in the United States and needing an H1-B Visa.