Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerAsheville, NC (100% Onsite) 6-12 months contract.  All VISA including Canadian Citizens (No sponsorship)Medical & consumer electronics background is good to have Must have: Mechanical engineering background with experience in Value engineering, Value analysis, Cost Out i.e., saving reducing the price of parts. New product development experience, engineering change process, Experience in creating Test plan and verification and validation of the design. Solid works, 3D modeling, Regulatory Affairs/ISO 13485Job DescriptionCoordinate with the India Engineering Center (IEC) and enable successful project execution and have a daily sync with the offshore team and IEC leadershipPerform a full lifecycle product development (Design, Develop, test prototypes, and implement)Design systems and components that meet needs and requirementsInteract with cross-functional teams and engineers from other disciplines, to understand various requirements in developing the designDevelop Project Plan, Risk Management and other requirements as per Business unit specific processPerform product verification to evaluate the products overall performance, reliability and safety. Alter and modify design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions.Perform VAVE study and identify cost out opportunities which are quality neutral. Perform cost benefit analysis and finalize annualized savings for given projectLead cost out opportunity mining exercises within Mechanical domain by spend - Pareto analysis, Should cost, competitor bench-marking, tear down etc.Work with global Product sustenance teams to maintain alignment on business unit R&D and existing product development road maps and resources.Work effectively with cross-functional teams during all phases of the toll-gate processWork with Regulatory Affairs team members to acquire the required product approvals such as, U.L., FDA, C.S.A. and European product certifications. You will have:Bachelor’s/ Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8 - 13 years’ of experienceProven working experience in mechanical engineering, specifically in the design and development of products such as laboratory, home appliances, temperature and pressure control equipment's.Knowledge of refrigeration systems including hydrocarbon and natural refrigerant-based systems, heat load calculations etc. would be an added advantageSolid understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science etc.Solid understanding of technical risk assessment and mitigation plan developmentMust have good communication skills to work globally and across functions You will need:Design Verification Plan development and risk assessmentCreativity and analytical skills, Organizational skills, such as time and resource planning and the ability to work under pressure.Effectively identify, measure, communicate and manage risks, recommend options which are supported by a clear fact set and analysisStrong time management skills, prioritization abilities and take ownership of issues and tasksKnowledge in project management in theory and practice. Ability to manage Scope, Schedule, cost & Quality requirementsAbility to own end to end success of the project, engaging cross functions, ensuring accountability, execution of timelines, and continuous change management to deliver on-time, qualitative resultsCompetent in the use of project management tools like MPP, techniques and software tools.Knowledge on Safety regulatory requirements of laboratory equipment will be preferredCandidate should have a L1 or H1B Visa valid minimum for an year