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Mechanical Engineer – Medical Device Development ROLE OVERVIEW Our purpose at the Devices Centre of Excellence is to improve the patient experience of self-administering medication. As a member of a friendly and collaborative team you will be involved in all stages of device development from user requirement capture and due diligence of vendor activities through to technical trouble-shooting, manufacturing support and complaints investigations. The role requires understanding the patient and the device whilst balancing project and business requirements. You will use both technical and planning skills to predict and mitigate product risks. Alongside the core role, there are opportunities for growth both professionally and personally. With involvement in operational and research activities to improve or maintain the departmental knowledge and culture, you will have an opportunity to develop your skillsets and capabilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide technical support for the design and development of drug delivery devices from requirements capture to transfer to manufacture Support early-stage usability studies to capture patient capabilities and preferences Select and justify design specifications Apply theoretical engineering knowledge (e.g. forces, friction, mechanism analysis, materials) to analyse and critique design concepts and solutions, identifying areas critical to function, likely failure modes and design sensitivities, both by hand and using software tools. Perform tolerance analysis using RSS or Montecarlo methodology Produce viable solutions in response to specific requirements or specifications Produce models and drawings using 3D CAD Modify and develop 3D CAD & drawings from non-native CAD systems Design new test rigs and challenge parts Perform investigative lab testing to predict design performance and acceptability Risk management, assessment and mitigation, including DFMEA, input to UFMEA and assessment of critical functions. Support supplier design reviews and Pfizer internal design reviews Create documentation to support medical device development and industrialization Interact effectively with suppliers and other Pfizer groups MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent or related qualification Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience communicating with technical and non technical colleagues at all levels Experience of critical thinking and problem-solving in an engineering setting. Experience of applying engineering calculations, such as friction, stress analysis, and tolerance analysis. Experience with CAD (ideally Creo) and related document management systems Understanding of quality management systems including risk assessment activities ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Experience of the following areas would also be useful in the role: Medical device development User-centered design Plastic components and injection moulding Electro-mechanical systems Non-linear FEA Process Capability Analysis (predictive and actual) Work Location Assignment: Flexible Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience. Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation! Equal Employment Opportunity We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees. DisAbility Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here! Research and Development #LI-PFE