Staff Mechanical Engineer - ROCKFORD, TN

About the role

Sustainably, Siemens Healthineers is pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare, aiming to make a difference for everyone everywhere. Our community values diversity and individuality, fostering growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of in-house production automation systems, including CNC modifications, robotics, palletizing stations, and next-generation vision inspection.
• Provide technical leadership for mechanical design, layout, and execution of new products and processes.
• Drive manufacturing automation projects from concept through design, build, validation, and production handoff.
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to support evolving business and industry demands.
• Develop, maintain, and release complete design documentation, specifications, and records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Perform final equipment verification and validation prior to production release.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (scientists, manufacturing, controls, quality, operations, and suppliers) to improve processes and support new product introductions.
• Investigate manufacturing process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to reduce defect rates and improve yield.
• Lead projects effectively by planning, prioritizing, and managing schedules, resources, and deliverables across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization through strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 to 8 years of progressive engineering experience, with demonstrated depth in mechanical design and automation.
• Proven expertise in mechanical automation systems, including robotics, pick-and-place automation, assembly systems, and/or palletization.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated experience in technical leadership, including mentoring and guiding engineers and project teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail in design execution, documentation, and problem resolution.
• Ability to manage complex technical responsibilities while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% as required to support projects, suppliers, or manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with palletizing systems, pick-and-place automation, vision inspection systems, and process and equipment optimization.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, with preference for SolidWorks.
• Experience with manufacturing and layout, including ergonomic, safety, and efficiency principles in layout design.
• Experience working within regulated quality systems and documentation requirements.
• Business and project acumen, including cost justification and return-on-investment (ROI) analysis, project management of technical or capital projects, capital project planning, budgeting, and cost estimation.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring skills.

Skills

• Technical expertise in mechanical automation systems.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and root cause identification.
• Project management and scheduling.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parking/public transportation
• Paid time off
• Paid sick and safe time

Pay

The Base Pay Range For This Position Is $119,920 - $164,890. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Schedule

Not specified.