R&D Sr Engineer

Valued Team member:
We are glad you are exploring new opportunities within Zimmer Biomet!

As an R&D Senior Engineer in our Surgical Division
, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and lifecycle support of innovative medical devices
. You'll contribute both as a technical expert and as a project leader or core team member
, collaborating closely with cross‑functional partners to bring high‑quality solutions from concept to market‑while meeting the highest regulatory and quality standards.

• Lead the development of new medical device products and manufacturing processes
• Drive design activities in compliance with Design Control and regulatory requirements
• Identify project tasks, develop work plans, and estimate resources, budgets, and timelines
• Design products for manufacturability, inspectability, and cost efficiency
• Generate and maintain design assurance and technical documentation
• Perform stress analyses
  , root cause investigations, and risk assessments
• Develop and oversee prototype creation and product testing
• Coordinate product evaluations with surgeons and stakeholders
• Support and mentor junior engineers through on‑the‑job training
• Contribute technical expertise to change requests, including impact analyses

This role may involve leading small‑scope projects or owning key portions of larger programs.

• Strong background in mechanical design (micro‑mechanics, metal, plastics, injection molding)
• Advanced knowledge of materials science, manufacturing processes, and testing methodologies
• Proficiency with CAD tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project)
• Ability to apply cross‑disciplinary engineering skills (design, materials, manufacturing, testing)
• Clear, concise, and well‑structured technical written communication

• Bachelor or Master degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Biomedical/Bioengineering
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
• 5-7 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience in the medical device industry (orthopaedics preferred)

• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• French and/or German is a plus

Up to 20%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability