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At iRhythm, we are dedicated, self-motivated, and driven to do the right thing for our patients, clinicians, and coworkers. Our leadership is focused and committed to iRhythm’s employees and the mission of the company. We are better together, embrace change and help one another.  We are Thinking Bigger and Moving Faster.

 

About This Role

iRhythm is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our Product Development team. The Product Development team is made up of a close-knit group of talented engineers representing a wide range of engineering disciplines. This position is a hybrid role that will require you to be on-site in our San Francisco, California office, with flexibility for days of remote work as appropriate.  

In this role, you will contribute directly to the development of wearable medical products, spanning early-stage research through commercialization. Our work environment is highly collaborative, and engineers at iRhythm work passionately to deliver innovative solutions that improve the quality of healthcare and the patient experience. We are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team! 
 

Responsibilities 

Lead mechanical team activities through the entire new product introduction (NPI) process   Support early-stage research by ideating, testing, and iterating on new concepts and processes to advance product innovation  Oversee Verification & Validation (V&V) by providing guidance for failure analysis activities, anomaly reviews, and regression testing  Complete deliverables for regulatory submissions  Manage design transfer activities with Manufacturing team to support product launch  Assess and prioritize technical activities for key development initiatives, including new and sustaining hardware projects (device, packaging, fixturing, and process)  Act as a key partner to the hiring manager, overseeing daily operations and making strategic decisions to help ensure smooth functioning of the Mechanical Engineering (ME) team  Offer daily technical guidance and mentorship to the ME team, with potential for future direct management responsibilities  Lead mechanical design of wearable medical devices and tools/fixtures  Develop highly user-focused designs that deliver high quality and reliable data insights (electro-mechanical sensor-based technologies)  Generate creative, scalable concepts that leverage thoughtfully chosen material choices that meet the needs of ambulatory, body-worn devices.  Utilize SolidWorks CAD to create engineering drawings and SolidWorks PDM to manage CAD models in compliance with ISO 13485 QMS.   Identify, analyze, and mitigate design risks  Support product packaging through collaboration with internal/external packaging and labeling teams  Apply technical expertise to aid in failure analysis for discrepant production components, assemblies, and field complaints  Scale products through high-volume manufacturing processes, utilizing expertise in injection molding, adhesives, die cutting, and electronics integration  Manage supplier and contract manufacturer relationships including driving schedules, making design changes based on DFM input, approving first articles, and troubleshooting issues  Support sustaining and second sourcing activities (e.g., supplier selection/qualification)  Influence business and product decisions using research and data  Contribute to generation of intellectual property 
 

About You: 

You are interested in the intersection of technology and medicine and the evolving world of wearable sensors and digital health. As a versatile and well-rounded engineer, you can just as easily lead a cross-functional team to meet project milestones as roll up your sleeves for hands-on prototyping in the lab. You are a critical thinker who enjoys working on complex problems and feels comfortable exercising independent judgment. You must be able to juggle competing priorities and may supervise the activities of others. 

Required Qualifications 

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline; BS with 12+ years, MS with 10+ years, or PhD with 7+ years of relevant experience  Industry experience leading product development through the design control process and rigorous V&V test cycles in a highly regulated industry, like medical devices  Demonstrated experience leading programs and uniting teams to achieve key company objectives  Experience and interest in mentoring more junior engineers and managing their project work  Proficient in SolidWorks CAD, SolidWorks PDM, and GD&T  Able to analyze designs through empirical methods and finite element analysis (FEA)  Expertise in high-volume manufacturing and/or injection molding  Self-motivated with an ability to work independently and to direct/manage the work of others as needed  Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines (e.g., Electrical, Quality, Manufacturing) and with cross-functional partners (e.g., Regulatory, Product)  Values and prioritizes a supportive team environment that enables open-minded and respectful discussion  Able to travel to Manufacturing facility (Cypress, CA) or vendors as required, up to 10% 

What's In It For You

This is a regular full-time position with competitive compensation package, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances (all of which start on your first day), health savings account employer contributions (when enrolled in high deductible medical plan), cafeteria plan pre-taxed benefits (FSA, dependent care FSA, commute reimbursement accounts), travel reimbursement for medical care, noncontributory basic life insurance & short/ long term disability. Additionally, we offer:

emotional health support for you and your loved ones legal / financial / identity theft/ pet and child referral assistance paid parental leave, paid holidays, travel assistance for personal trips and PTO!

iRhythm also provides additional benefits including 401(k) (with company match), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, pet insurance discount, unlimited amount of Linked In Learning classes and so much more! 

FLSA Status: Exempt

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Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.

 

Estimated Pay Range$170,500—$250,200 USD

As a part of our core values, we ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.

iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com

About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.

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