Manufacturing Engineer – Grinding

Overview

Elos Medtech
, a leading development and production partner for medical technology companies worldwide. At our locations in Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Germany, China, and the USA, Elos runs operations in four business areas – Dental, Orthopedics, Advanced Surgical, and Precision. Elos Medtech specializes in development and design, along with contract manufacturing of medical devices, such as implants and instruments. We are headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and employ more than 1,500 people worldwide.

We are seeking a full-time Manufacturing Engineer - Grinding to strengthen our team in Memphis, TN.

• Subject matter expertise: Serve as the SME for grinding, providing guidance on tooling, wheel selection, machine setup, and best practices; ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Process development and optimization: Design, develop, and optimize grinding processes (cylindrical, surface, centerless, creep-feed, etc.) to achieve high precision, repeatability, and efficiency; install and commission new production equipment to meet production demands and customer needs.
• Training and mentorship: Develop and deliver training for production and engineers to strengthen the organization’s technical capability in grinding.
• Problem solving and continuous improvement: Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and improvement projects to eliminate defects, reduce costs, and improve productivity.
• Technology advancement: Stay current with advancements in grinding equipment, wheel technology, and process innovations; evaluate and implement new solutions to maintain manufacturing excellence.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to balance production needs, process capability, and equipment reliability; support New Product Introduction (NPI) for grinding processes with robust validation and scalability.

• 7+ years of grinding experience in precision manufacturing (medical device, aerospace, or other high-tolerance industries preferred).
• Proficiency in CNC programming, CAD/CAM, and GD&T; strong problem-solving, analytical, and SPC skills.
• Expert knowledge of grinding processes, wheels, dressing, and machine tool capabilities; ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex grinding challenges.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; proven ability to mentor and collaborate across teams and sites.
• Familiarity with quality and regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, FDA QSR (21 CFR 820), GxP, and validation protocols preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field; equivalent technical experience with precision grinding processes considered.
• Professional certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or ASQ credentials preferred.
• Technology/Equipment:
  Microsoft Office Applications, familiarity with CNC programming, and related process-monitoring software.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and move within an office or production environment.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs, including tooling, fixtures, or small equipment.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in manufacturing areas.
• Excellent visual acuity to inspect parts, monitor grinding processes, review technical drawings, and work with computer systems.
• Ability to hear and communicate clearly in meetings and team discussions.
• Occasional bending, stooping, or reaching during on-site activities, machine setup, or workspace organization.

• Primarily office-based with regular interaction in manufacturing and cleanroom environments.
• Standard Monday–Friday schedule, with flexibility as needed to support project milestones and production priorities.
• Frequent interaction with grinding machinery, tools, and production materials to support process development, troubleshooting, and optimization.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering.