• Director of Mechanical Engineering

    Insight Global (San Diego, CA)


    Job Description

    Our client, an emerging leader in diabetes-focused medical device innovation, is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead the design, development, and manufacturing support of durable, complex electromechanical systems. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where youll guide product development strategy while staying actively involved in design, prototyping, and hands-on problem solving. Youll manage a small, agile team through all phases of hardware developmentfrom early CAD and prototyping to testing, molding, and production. The right candidate is someone who thrives on taking ownership, bridging gaps between design and execution, and jumping in to resolve issues quickly and effectively. Youll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across software, electrical, and manufacturing, and report directly to the VP of R&D. This is a unique chance to contribute at a formative stage of a fast-growing medtech companyworking alongside passionate, hands-on leaders to help shape the future of a life-changing product.

     

    We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

     

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    Skills and Requirements

     

    - 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles within regulated industries

     

    - Demonstrated ability to solve complex design and manufacturing issues quickly and hands-on

     

    - Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills in fast-paced, evolving environment

     

    - Experience supporting products through testing, manufacturing, and launch under FDA/ISO 13485

     

    - Strong foundation in mechanical design, CAD, tolerance analysis, and material selection

     

    - Willingness to be on-site, at vendors, or on the production line to solve problems firsthand

     

    - Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering - Medical device industry experience

     

    - Background in electromechanical product development, including systems that integrate mechanical, electrical, and software elements null

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].