Sr. Mechanical Engineer

At AST, we enhance the efficiency, productivity, and safety of flexible aseptic manufacturing processes for the worldwide Life Science Industry by offering innovative products, services, and solutions. 
Do you want to contribute to a shared vision and mission? Would you like to bring your unique talents to have a significant impact with a growing company? At AST we strive to build a workplace that enables every team member to meet and exceed their capabilities. We set our expectations high and provide the environment and resources necessary to bring out the very best. AST is proud of our team.
Competitive compensation range for onsite WA applicants is $120,000 to $150,000. All applicants are welcome to apply.
  
Employee benefits include: Medical (HSA & PPO), Paid Dental, Vision, HSA account with employer contribution, (eligible the first of the month following your date of hire), Long/Short term disability, 401(K) (Traditional & Roth options) with up to 5% company match (eligible 90 days after date of hire), Education Assistance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holiday, and bonus potential. All benefits on this page are subject to change.
What can I expect in this role?
As a mechanical engineer at AST, you are responsible for the conceptual and detailed design of complex, highly technical, industrial machinery. This role designs according to sound engineering practices, industry standards and project requirements. You will use scientific analysis and calculations to ensure designs reliably meet project requirements, with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities: 
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Create conceptual design ideas for new and unique manufacturing challenges.
• Transform concepts into sound detailed designs using 2D and 3D modeling software.  
• Create and develop system designs and modifications of highly technical industrial machinery efficiently and with minimal nonconformances.  
• Understand industrial machinery specifications and standards and incorporate those requirements into reliable designs.
• Identify technical risks associated with concepts and/or designs and propose mitigation strategy to minimize overall project risks.
• Utilize Design of Experiment results to determine design strategy and manage technical risks.
• Execute projects and tasks with complete documentation within given timelines and budgets with some oversight.
• Maintain technical records and documentation in support of design history.
• Execute machine testing plans to ensure designs reliably meet the requirements of the contract.  
• Estimate the number of hours required to accomplish design tasks.
• Participate in the installation/startup/testing of machinery at customer site.
• Participate in the design review process and provide technical input to peers.
• Develop, document and train on process and standards that improve performance of the engineering team.
• Act as “Engineer in Charge” on medium to large sized projects.
• Exhibit design proficiency in technical details of every platform in AST’s portfolio.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum four-year bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering curriculum, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of working experience as an engineer specifically in industrial machine design and testing.
• Proficient with computer software such as MS Office, AutoCAD, Solid Modeling (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, ProE), FEA, and motion analysis/simulations.
• Thorough in design practices with a pursuit for perfection.
• Formally trained in best practices of aseptic processing.
• High level of commitment to the success of projects and the collective team.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and disciplined, with keen attention to detail.
• Character that complements AST’s long-standing culture of high integrity throughout all areas of internal and external business activity.
• 25% travel is expected or as the business needs.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 
• Must be willing to take and successfully pass a drug test. This is a safety sensitive position, and does require pre-employment drug testing, including testing for marijuana and THC.
• Must be willing to submit to and successfully pass a background check. 

AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal/professional development is our key to this longevity.
 
This is a full-time position based in Tacoma.
AST is an equal opportunity employer.