R&D Engineer, I

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R&D Engineer, I Location

This position is based in our Campbell, California offices. This position is on-site andfull time,with some travel.

Do you want to make a real impact on patients? Imperative Care is changing the way stroke is treated.

As part of our team, you’d be developing breakthroughs that will revolutionize the future of stroke care. Every day, the technologies that we develop at Imperative Care directly impact human lives. Our focus is on the needs of the patient, and they come first in everything we do.

As a new professional in R&D, this role will assist in the early phase of design and development of endovascular-interventional medical devices. This position will participate in creative brainstorming, conceptualization and realization (prototyping) of new devices with guidance and in conjunction with other more experienced engineers. Responsibilities will include problem solving, hypothesis testing, test method development, design documentation, specification setting, prototyping, testing, data analysis, and report generation

• Create detailed specifications, construct prototypes, and test new products or current product enhancements
• Support studies and experiments, product testing, and protocols in accordance with project plans
• Assist in design of new products or product enhancements in a cost-effective and timely manner and with an understanding of how the product will be manufactured
• Help create documentation including design drawings, testing reports, engineering reports, and other technical documents in accordance with our quality system requirements
• Collaborate with technicians in completing device testing/inspection, prototype construction and ensure technical activities are properly documented
• Perform Design Verification testing and participate in design validation activities

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related discipline and less than 2 years of professional experience; or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Statistical analysis Software (Minitab or similar) and CAD (Solidworks, ProE, similar).
• Knowledge of fabrication and operation of machine shop equipment (mill, lathe, drill press, etc.), and 3D printing equipment preferred
• Previous experience in product design from concept to regulatory marketing approval preferred
• Knowledge of regulated quality systems such as GMPs, ISO 9001, and the MDD
  Employee Benefits include a stake in our collective success with stock options, bonus, competitive salaries, a 401k plan, health benefits, generous PTO, and a parental leave program.

Salary Range: $90,000 – 96,000/annually

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Imperative Care considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity, as well as location, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
The posted salary range reflects compensation for employees based in the local Bay Area market. For candidates hired outside of this geographic area, compensation may vary and be adjusted based on location, local market conditions, and other factors