R&D Engineer - Mechanical -

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 56305902
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The Senior R&D Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of new products from concept to launch. This person will also be a part of improving existing products to meet the needs of our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assume technical leadership role on a cross-functional team through all stages of product development
• Solicit input from medical thought leaders, marketing, and other stakeholders to define product specifications
• Develop solutions to design problems through the application of engineering principles, analysis, and empirical methods
• Model complex components and assemblies in CAD and create detailed drawings
• Design prototypes proof of concept
• Develop methods and protocols for product verification and validation testing
• Compile Design History Files per FDA requirements
• Lead process-related design tasks to support pilot manufacturing
• Enhance the intellectual property position of the company via invention disclosures and patent applications

Education and/or Experience:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, MS preferred
• At least 5 years experience in medical device design
• Experience with catheter-based medical devices and/or implants is desired
• Hands-on engineering skill with a proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Proficiency using CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Comfortable with all phases of the product development lifecycle, including design, implementation, debug, verification, qualification, and transfer
• Excellent oral and written communication skills