Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer assists in the planning, conceptualization, and creation of mechanical designs for new and existing Percussionaire products.  This position will ensure projects have a successful design and execution through collaborating with all aspects of engineering. This position is based in our Sandpoint, ID facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, both onsite and remote, to support project execution and ensure alignment across stakeholders
• Participates in IQ/OQ/PQ activities, including drafting qualification plans for internal use or vendor testing
• Produces specifications for products and assists in selecting raw materials and components to be used in productions and builds models/prototypes of the product and tests the design
• Uses computer-assisted design (CAD) software to create preliminary and detailed drawings of the product
• Works with vendors to establish purchasing and manufacturing requirements and collection of specifications

Qualifications/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred or equivalent work experience required
• 5-7 years of experience working as a Mechanical Engineer required; medical device industry experience preferred
• Working knowledge of medical device standards and regulations or an ability to develop a working knowledge of standards and regulations required
• Proficient in adhering to Quality Management System (QMS) protocols and experienced in utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Experience writing qualification protocols and mold validations is a plus

• Meaningful work in a rapidly growing company with opportunity for advancement
• Directly influence the quality of products and make a difference for patients worldwide
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth

Sentec offers competitive benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, and 401K matching, as well as paid parental leave , a wellness stipend and tuition reimbursement. Sentec emphasizes employee voices and recognizes hard work making it a promising environment for professional growth. Sentec focuses on delivering impactful healthcare products and improving patient care.

By choosing a career at Sentec, you’re not just choosing a job – you’re embracing the chance to make a real impact, contributing to the development of innovative medical solutions that support the wellbeing of individuals worldwide. 

Sentec is a Swiss-American medical device company specializing in respiratory care. Since its founding in 1999, Sentec utilizes a deep-tech approach that is founded on advanced science and avant-garde technologies for respiratory patients across care areas. Sentec provides healthcare professionals worldwide with non-invasive, continuous monitoring and effective therapeutic solutions.