Sr Engineering Supervisor, Extremities

Position Summary

Title:

Sr. Supervisor Engineering, Extremities

Reports To:

Sr. Manager, Engineering

Location:

Austin, Texas
Business Unit:
Enovis Surgical – Orthopedics

Enovis Surgical is dedicated to creating innovative orthopedic solutions that improve patient quality of life. As a key member of the Research and Development Team, you will play an integral part in designing and developing surgical instruments and implants for total joint arthroplasty, including shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee procedures. You will lead a small engineering team, collaborate cross‑functionally, and ensure our products meet FDA, ISO, and internal quality requirements.

• Manage and mentor lower‑level engineers and co‑ops.
• Actively participate in the New Product Development Team, incorporating surgeon design requirements and product characteristics.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Regulatory, QA) to define tasks, complete deliverables, and resolve issues.
• Create product designs and supporting documentation, including risk assessments, verification/validation activities, design reviews, and design change notices.
• Use 3‑D modeling (Solid Works) to develop concepts and mechanism designs; compile Design Dossiers or Design History Files.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and internal procedures; maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Review designs for feasibility, accuracy, and technical soundness; define and implement testing requirements.
• Attend surgeon symposia, focus groups, and consultant meetings; evaluate new concepts presented by surgeons or internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality assurance to review and monitor quality and process improvements for new product development.
• Prepare project documentation, including user needs, surgeon feedback, engineering drawings, test plans, and manufacturing instructions.
• Develop project plans, cost estimates, and specifications; report progress to upper management.
• Create detail engineering drawings and CAD models; apply GD&T for tolerance stacking.
• Manage prototype development through internal shop or external vendors; maintain basic knowledge of competitive technologies.
• Maintain communication with customers and suppliers; present designs and prototypes for evaluation.

• Minimum 6 years of design or development experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with 3‑D CAD packages (Solid Works, NX).
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
• Advanced mathematical skills, including exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, frequency distribution, test reliability, validation, and statistical analysis.
• Comfortable working in varied environments (cadaver lab, mechanical testing lab, office).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet software, and contact/change management systems.

Less than 15% travel.

• Experience in engineering co‑ops or internships.
• Minimum 2 years of people management or mentorship experience.
• Experience in a regulated industry.
• Experience in medical devices and/or orthopedics.
• Experience with 3‑D CAD packages (Solid Works, NX).

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Spending and Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.
• Income Protection Plans.
• Discounted Insurance Rates.
• Legal Services.

Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work‑related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.