Mechanical Engineer

Hamilton Company

Mechanical Engineer designing compact microplate readers for Hamilton's Cerillo subsidiary. Collaborating with engineers to create precise, manufacturable designs in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeCharlottesville • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical product development, including proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T standards, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive design for manufacturability and assembly in the medical device sector.

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Mechanical Product DevelopmentSolidWorks ProficiencyGD&T Standards (ASME Y14.5)Prototyping Methods (CNC Machining, Injection Molding)Design For Manufacturability (DFM)

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Engineering3D CAD SoftwareEngineering DrawingsMechanical Testing ProtocolsDesign For Assembly (DFA)PrototypingThermal Performance ValidationStructural Integrity TestingInjection MoldingFDM/SLA 3D Printing

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

SolidWorks PDMPDM/PLM SystemCNC MachinesSheet Metal Fabrication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesScientific InstrumentationPrecision HardwareGD&TEngineering Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and enclosures for Cerillo's microplate reader product family using 3D CAD software
Create detailed engineering drawings with proper GD&T tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards
Lead prototype development including hands-on fabrication, assembly, and iterative testing of mechanical subassemblies
Define and execute mechanical testing protocols to validate structural integrity, thermal performance, sealing, and environmental robustness (e.g., ingress protection, vibration)
Collaborate with electrical and optical engineers to integrate PCB assemblies, optical paths, and illumination systems into compact, precise enclosures
Design fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support assembly, calibration, and quality control on the production floor
Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA), working with contract manufacturers to optimize part geometry, material selection, and tolerances for scalable production
Manage relationships with external vendors, machine shops, and injection molding suppliers; obtain and evaluate quotes and lead times
Maintain complete and accurate design documentation including SolidWorks models, drawings, BOMs, and ECOs within a PDM/PLM system
Troubleshoot mechanical issues identified during development, testing, or production; implement and document corrective design changes
Support regulatory documentation and risk management activities as required
Contribute to new product concept development and product roadmap planning
Perform ad-hoc engineering tasks as directed by the Chief Executive Officer and/or Engineering leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferred
2+ years of experience in mechanical product development, preferably in medical devices, scientific instrumentation, or precision hardware
Proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent parametric CAD) and SolidWorks PDM or similar data management tools
Strong command of GD&T and engineering drawing standards (ASME Y14.5)
Hands-on experience with prototyping methods: CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, and FDM/SLA 3D printing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off