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Sr. Mechanical Engineer I
Tandem - San Diego, CA
This is a hybrid role.

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love for you to team up with us to "innovate every day," put "people first," and take a "no-shortcuts" approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology. We're also so much more than that. Our company's human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Since many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more attandemdiabetes.com.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

A senior team member contributing to the design, troubleshooting, documentation, and testing of mechanical systems and disposables for the Company's medical devices. Works with electrical and software engineers to contribute to the determination of hardware requirements and/or influences on hardware design.

  • Participates in the research and development of mechanical components and systems for the Company's medical device(s), utilizing advanced knowledge of mechanical theory and materials properties.
  • Contributes to planning, design, development, modification and evaluation of mechanical parts, components, mechanical systems, equipment and packaging, or optical systems.
  • Designs and checks-out the modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype mechanical systems, experimental designs, and specialized computer-controlled equipment.
  • Participates in determining design approaches, parameters, and requirements.
  • Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
  • Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.
  • Contributes to the review of vendor capability to support development.
  • Participates in the evaluation of the reliability of materials, properties and techniques used in production.
  • Embraces the Design Control process by participating in design reviews and maintaining design history files.
  • Confirms completion of required training plan before assuming job responsibilities.
  • Ensures work is performed in compliance with company policies including Privacy/HIPAA and other regulatory, legal, and safety requirements.
  • Supports other departments as needed and considers project-wide impacts in decision making.


YOU'RE AWESOME AT:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience.
  • 5 years of experience in the field including detailed design, design testing, testing documentation, and prototype fabrication of biomedical devices, including experience with conceptual design to market release.
  • Experience with Good Design Practices.
  • Integration experience in a manufacturing environment, to assist with the transfer of testing methodology to manufacturing.
  • Has working knowledge of federal and other regulations, e.g., QSRs, ISO 14971 IEC 60601 series.
  • Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Integration experience in a manufacturing environment, to assist with the transfer of testing methodology to manufacturing.
  • Experience with Solid Works/PDM/PLM software and best practices.
  • Able to assert own ideas and persuade others through effectively consolidating, evaluating, and presenting relevant information.
  • Skilled at promoting team cooperation and a commitment to team success.
  • Adept at seeing change as an opportunity to improve business performance and campaigning for it when necessary.
  • Competent with MS Office and Internet.


WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to innovative technology, we have a culture that fosters the idea that the happiest people are the most productive people. Not only do we hire forward-thinking achievers to join our workforce; we reward, develop, and retain them too. Just one of the many reasons of how we #StayAwesome! To learn more about our culture and benefits please visit https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

BE YOU, WITH US!

Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment. We value and embrace that every single one of us brings value to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don't meet 100% of a job description's criteria - maybe you're feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The starting base pay range for this position is $105,400 - $131,800 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate's location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus, equity, and a robust benefits package.

Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts. You'll also receive 10 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (starting in year 1) and have access to a 401k plan with company match. Learn more about Tandem's benefits here!

YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Potential new employees must successfully complete a drug screen (excludes marijuana) and background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire.

REFERRALS:

We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!

If you are applying for this job and live in California, please read Tandem's CCPA Notice: https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.

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SPONSORSHIP:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.