Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Waters Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to become a key contributor to our Liquid Chromatography Business in Milford, MA. In this role, the individual will implement cost-reduction initiatives for Liquid Chromatography instruments and systems.

Working in a multi-disciplinary environment where high precision mechanical design intersects with physics, electronics, firmware, software and chemistry, the contributor will be responsible for multiple aspects of mechanical design, analysis and test of subsystems and complete instruments from concept through to production.

Responsibilities

• Develop electromechanical, fluidic, and thermal components and sub-systems for product improvement needs with a heavy emphasis on cost reductions.
• As an engineer, manage ME aspects of design improvement projects for scientific instrumentation subsystems.
• Support precision machined, plastic molded, and cast parts that are critical to function, user interface, or both while ensuring cost effectiveness and manufacturability.
• Adhere to regulations such as ISO 9001 and UL/CSA/EU CE Mark.
• Interface with Procurement, Reliability, New Product Introduction, Test Engineering, and Service throughout the Development Lifecycle.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) - Required
• Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Desired

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 Years of Experience in Related Field with BSME

Skills:

• Proficiency designing precision mechanical components and assemblies taking into consideration design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, interchangeability, ease of assembly, and cost
• Proficiency using 3D parametric modeling software (preferably Solidworks or UGNX)
• Proficiency conducting Finite Element Analysis (CFD and experience with ANSYS considered a plus)
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, solid and fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 2009 as well as industry drafting standards
• Knowledge of injection molded plastics design desirable
• Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacture) methodology
• Experience processing ECO''s, practicing organized revision control using a Product Data Management tool (PDM - SAP preferred)
• Fluency in English - written and spoken
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within and outside of team, possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with management, peers, suppliers and customers
• Experience with Python / or AI or Equivalent Tool

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Key Words

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