Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer III

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com or aicompanies.com

About the role

The Consumable Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical floor support to the reagent, sensor, and tubing manufacturing operations to ensure on-time shipments of high quality products at an acceptable cost. The person will work on process/product improvements and transfer of new products/processes into the manufacturing operations. The individual will also contribute to the investigation of technical issues with in-process or field returned product to ensure continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about manufacturing operations and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

What you’ll do

• Provide day-to-day technical floor support to consumable operations by investigating and resolving issues which arise during the manufacturing/processing of products.
• Test consumables (Sensors, Tubing, Calibrators and Controls) for functionality on analyzers and/or various production test platforms.
• Measure/inspect components for form, fit, and function and disposition nonconforming product.
• Write MVs to document variances and circulate them for signatures.
• Update/create all forms of manufacturing documentation (AP, TP, OI, OP, Drawings and Artwork) which conform to Quality System Regulations (QSR’s) and ISO standards.
• Write and/or execute Installation Qualifications (IQ), Operational Qualifications (OQ), Performance Qualifications (PQ), Validations, Design of Experiment (DOE), Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process Validation Master Plans and Continuous Improvement Studies/Evaluations.
• Research, specify, and procure new equipment for existing or new processes/assemblies. Design and construct tooling/fixtures for processes or modify existing production equipment as needed.
• Assist with the transfer of new products to manufacturing. Collaborate with R&D and other manufacturing engineers to develop methods/processes to scale production. Train assemblers and operators regarding new processes and assemblies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs to reduce cost and cycle times of products. Examine and implement lean manufacturing techniques.

What we are looking for in you

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Time and risk management skills
• FDA QSR’s and ISO regulations knowledge

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Must be able to perform tasks that may involve extended periods of time standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing steps and carrying up to 25 pounds several times/hours a shift.
• Require repetitive use of arms/wrist/hands while setting up/working with equipment/computer throughout the shift.
• Will require use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include, but not limited to, safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, bouffant, gloves, hearing protection, face shield, nuisance mask.
• The full list of physical requirements for this role is available upon request.

Why work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Hybrid work schedule on-site in Waltham

Targeted Salary Range: $110,000 - $115,000/year.

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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