Sr Mechanical Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA, United States

Department: Engineering

Work Location: onsite

The Sr Mechanical Engineer will plan and execute mechanical design and development activities for medical device systems and components. Manage projects of moderate scope and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and compliance. Acts as a resource for less experienced engineers and contributes to innovative, 

Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct mechanical design and development for complex components and subsystems, applying advanced engineering principles.
• Independently create and validate 3D models, detailed drawings, and specifications ensuring compliance with GD&T and quality standards.
• Develop and execute test protocols; analyze results and recommend design improvements.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical expertise to resolve complex issues.
• Execute and document verification and validation testing.
• Prepare technical documentation, proposals, and cost estimates to support project planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate across functions and with external partners to address technical challenges and ensure timely project delivery.
• Apply FBS tools and best practices to optimize design processes and improve product 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 10+ years of mechanical design experience in regulated industry (or 7+ years with Master’s)
• Proficient in SolidWorks and GD&T principles.
• Strong knowledge of design for manufacturing and testability.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Visio, and collaboration tools
• Ability to coordinate projects and influence cross-functional teams.
• Uses general hand and laboratory tools.
• Domestic and International travel as required

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.

We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Advanced Sterilization Products

ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 101,200 - 169,050