Behind Every ResMed Device, There's an Engineer Who Figured Out How to Build It
Mechanical Engineer | Product Development | APAC
Before a device helps someone breathe better at night, it exists as a problem to be solved.
How will this part be manufactured? What happens when it's dropped? Will it still work after 10,000 cycles? Can we make it smaller without breaking it? Does the tolerancing work across temperature ranges?
These aren't academic questions. They're the difference between a product that changes lives and a product that never makes it to patients.
At ResMed, we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer who wants to be the person with answers.
THE BASICS
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Function: Product Development
Location: APAC (specific location flexible)
Experience Level: Entry to early-career
Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid options available
Reports to: Engineering Manager, Product Development
WHY THIS ROLE EXISTS
ResMed creates health technologies used by millions of people across 140 countries. Every device we ship—every mask, every machine, every sensor—started as an engineering problem.
Someone had to:
- Define the specifications
- Create the designs
- Test the assumptions
- Fix what didn't work
- Partner with manufacturing to make it real
That's what this role does. You won't be watching from the sidelines. You'll be in the work.
WHAT THE WORK LOOKS LIKE
Design Work
You'll create mechanical designs for new products or improvements to existing ones. Not just modeling parts—understanding what they need to do and how they'll perform over time.
Specifications
You'll help define what "good" looks like. Dimensions. Materials. Performance criteria. Tolerances. The specifications become the contract between design and manufacturing.
Analysis
You'll collect and analyze data to make technical decisions. When there are multiple paths forward, you'll help determine which one is right.
Problem Solving
When something doesn't work—a part fails, an assembly is difficult, a test result is unexpected—you'll help figure out why and what to do about it.
Collaboration
You'll work with electrical engineers, software engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing teams. Your mechanical design has to work with everything else.
Documentation
In medical devices, if it isn't documented, it didn't happen. You'll learn to document your work thoroughly and clearly.
Continuous Learning
You'll take ownership of your technical growth. Ask questions. Seek feedback. Learn from mistakes. Get better every day.
WHERE YOU'LL FOCUS
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Designing parts that can actually be produced at scale, considering real-world manufacturing constraints.
Tolerancing
Ensuring parts fit together consistently across thousands of units, accounting for normal variation in production.
Simulation
Using tools to predict how designs will perform before committing to physical prototypes and testing.
Testing
Validating that designs meet requirements through structured testing protocols and data analysis.
Problem-Solving
Troubleshooting issues that arise during development and finding practical, robust solutions.
Cross-Functional Work
Aligning with electrical, software, and systems engineers so the whole product works together seamlessly.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
In Year One:
- You've contributed to at least one product development project
- You understand ResMed's engineering processes and how to work within them
- You've built relationships with key peers and stakeholders
- You're asking good questions and learning fast
In Year Two:
- You're handling design tasks independently
- You're contributing to technical decisions, not just executing them
- You're seen as a reliable contributor by your team
- You're starting to develop areas of deeper expertise
In Year Three:
- You're leading design work for components or subsystems
- You're mentoring newer team members
- You're influencing design direction, not just following it
- You're thinking about the whole product, not just your piece
THE COMPETENCIES THAT MATTER
Technical Foundation
- You're methodical and logical in your approach to engineering problems
- You use CAD and simulation tools effectively and know when to apply them
- You pay attention to detail—especially in DFM and tolerancing
- You can collect and analyze data to make informed technical decisions
- You communicate technical information clearly in written, verbal, and graphical forms
Problem-Solving Approach
- You figure things out independently but know when to ask for help
- You learn from failure and apply those lessons to new situations
- You consider how your design decisions affect other disciplines
- You build rational arguments for your design choices based on evidence
Team Contribution
- You're positive and constructive in team interactions
- You put team priorities ahead of your own when it matters
- You collaborate effectively with others on shared tasks
- You speak up when you see a problem and offer constructive solutions
Professional Mindset
- You take responsibility for your work, including mistakes
- You incorporate feedback without defensiveness
- You're curious about the business, not just the engineering
- You understand how requirements impact product quality and patients
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent
- Foundational knowledge of CAD tools used in product development
- Understanding of engineering principles and how to apply them to real problems
Preferred:
- Some engineering experience (internships, projects, or co-op placements)
- Exposure to medical devices or regulated industries
- Familiarity with DFM principles and tolerance analysis
- Experience with data analysis and technical decision-making
Location Requirements:
- Based in the APAC region
- Able to work hybrid as needed
- Occasional travel for collaboration or supplier engagement
THE RESMED CONTEXT
ResMed (NYSE:RMD, ASX:RMD) creates life-changing health technologies that people love. We're relentlessly committed to pioneering innovative technology to empower millions of people in more than 140 countries to live happier, healthier lives.
Our Focus Areas
- Sleep health and respiratory care
- Digital health solutions and cloud-connected devices
- AI-powered insights and intelligent software
- Home healthcare that's personalized, accessible, and effective
Our Reach
- Millions of patients across 140+ countries
- Global team of innovators and problem-solvers
- Market leadership in multiple product categories
Our Approach
- Patient-first in everything we design
- Technology-driven, quality-obsessed, collaboration-focused
WHAT WE OFFER
Purpose – Work on products that genuinely improve people's lives, helping them sleep better and breathe easier.
Growth – Clear pathways for technical and career development, with opportunities to build deeper expertise.
Culture – A diverse and inclusive environment where individual expression is encouraged and innovation thrives.
Flexibility – Hybrid work options based on your location and role.
Support – We respond to every applicant because we know what it's like to wait and wonder.
Environment – Challenging work, supportive colleagues, inspiring mission.
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF
Before applying, consider:
Do I enjoy figuring out how things work—and how to make them work better?
Can I explain a technical concept to someone who isn't an engineer?
Am I comfortable with feedback, even when it's not what I want to hear?
Do I take ownership when something goes wrong?
Am I curious about the whole product, not just my piece of it?
Can I work in a regulated environment where "good enough" isn't good enough?
If you answered yes to most of these, you should apply.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
You apply – Submit your resume and any relevant information.
We read – Every application gets reviewed by a real person.
We connect – If there's a potential fit, we'll reach out to learn more about you.
We talk – An initial conversation to understand your interests and answer your questions.
We decide – If it feels right for both sides, we make an offer.
We respond to every applicant. No ghosting. No waiting forever wondering.
APPLY NOW
If you're ready to design products that help people live healthier lives—and you want to grow your engineering career in a supportive, challenging environment—apply now.
Tell us:
- What you've studied and what you've worked on
- What you're curious about and want to learn next
- What questions you have for us
We'll read everything.
Apply for the Mechanical Engineer position at ResMed.
ResMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and innovation. We encourage individual expression and thrive on the ideas this generates. If you need accommodations during the application process, just let us know.
