Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Arden Hills, MN (Onsite)

Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

Employment Type: Contract (12-month rolling contract)

About the Role

Join a dynamic, high-impact engineering team that designs and manufactures lithium batteries and fixtures for pacemakers and defibrillators—products that directly improve and save lives. This position focuses on process development and validation in a high-volume manufacturing environment. It's ideal for an engineer who is hands-on, methodical, and committed to maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute validation activities, including IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV, and SAT
• Support the design and integration of batteries and fixtures into implantable medical devices
• Set up and optimize production lines to support scaling and efficiency
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Write and maintain key manufacturing documentation (validation protocols, test plans, FMEAs, BOMs, work instructions, etc.)
• Troubleshoot issues in production and propose timely, effective solutions
• Ensure quality control is prioritized, even if it impacts timelines
• Proactively communicate progress and challenges—this role values transparency and ownership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment
• Strong expertise in manufacturing process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV, etc.)
• Background in setting up or improving production lines
• Understanding of automation systems, including robotics, vision systems, servos, and industrial communication protocols
• Ability to work independently, manage your own schedule, and communicate updates without being prompted
• Strong focus on quality control, attention to detail, and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in medical device or other highly regulated industries
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks (not a core requirement)
• Experience designing fixtures and precision tooling
• Exposure to automated machine vision systems (e.g., Cognex)

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Contribute to products that directly impact patient health and safety
• Be part of a team that values quality over speed—you’ll have the time and support to get it right
• High-visibility role with meaningful ownership over processes and validation efforts
• Onsite role in a collaborative environment with access to hands-on project

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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