Research And Development Engineer

The main function of a Sustaining R&D engineer is to research and test the design, functionality and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes. Device testing and technical justification/writing are key skills.

• Work in a cross-functional environment (Quality, Manufacturing, Clinical, and Regulatory) to support existing commercialized products.
• Test and/or improve products by developing complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols), analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles, especially for design verification
• Generate work instructions, test methods, engineering models and drawings/prototypes, etc., to establish/characterize product and/or process specifications
• Create/update more complex design control documents including requirement specs, and risk documents
• Develop and execute engineering project plans
• Identify, evaluate, manage, and provide guidance to suppliers, including establishing tolerances and defining acceptance criteria for suppliers
• Assign R&D support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work
• Evaluate input and form a technical recommendation including designing parts, components and subsystems
• Understand and review historical technical documentation to identify gaps or for ability to leverage for technical justification
• Other duties assigned by Leadership

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 5+ years of experience – OR - Master's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 4+ years of experience

• Medical device industry experience is highly preferred
• Substantial understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
• Knowledge of materials and processes for catheter construction and manufacturing
• Strong documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
• Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite; CAD experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Basic understanding of statistical techniques
• Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Substantial understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects
• Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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