Engineer II - Gage and Fixture Design

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We are currently seeking an Engineer II – Gage and Fixture Design.. The Gage and Fixture Design Engineer II will manage an assortment of design projects and work closely with teams at other Arthrex locations. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology is required. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Main Objective:

The Gage & Fixture design Engineer is responsible for designing and procuring gages and services to support the inspection of complex product dimensions.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Using a CAD program, assist in the design of attribute fixtures for new projects, creating the drawings necessary to the required quality standards on a production basis.
• Revise drawings of Gage & Fixture components, subassemblies, finished devices, packaging, tooling and fixtures in CAD as required.
• Responsible for collaborating with the functional gage requestors to fully understand the gaging need, provide solutions that support low cost, ease of use, and calibration.
• Interact with outside suppliers for quotes, design requirements, and delivery times as needed. They will also interact with internal departments during quoting, design, and build phases, reporting delivery times as needed.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Ensures that tool shops have all the necessary information, data, GD&T, etc. to proceed with design and build of gauges. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required; preferably in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• 3 years’ experience required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

Proficient in CAD or similar dimensional graphic programs. Machine shop processes and technical knowledge in development methodologies, design, and implementation.

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

PC, CAD systems, and various measurement and test equipment.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw a valid conclusion as to a course of action. 

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements. 

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above.  Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.  Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

• Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision with the aid of a microscope and light source

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock, potentially contaminated instruments and sharp tools.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex 2023 Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.