Development Engineer

Job Title

Development Engineer 2

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Development Engineer 2 opportunity with our client located in Durham, NC.

• Support product development projects for new models and design changes for improved user experience, training effectiveness and realism, manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
• Resolve unmet model needs and engineering challenges through rapid prototyping, design and testing, while collaborating with researchers, product management, scientists, KOL surgeons and engineers.
• Create design documentation including part specifications, drawings, BOMs, test protocols and reports.
• Interface with supplier, manufacturing and quality engineering to prepare for scalable production of the models, definition of new processes, and comply with quality systems.
• Perform root cause investigations for design related issues and design failure mode analyses.
• Document and provide manufacturing process instructions to manufacturing trainer for new and revised models.
• Lead successful introductions of new and revised models to the manufacturing line.
• Develop products that meet quality control standards and influence quality control procedures and practices.
• Sustain existing designs to achieve cost targets and maintain component supply continuity.
• Test product packaging and work with vendors to convey requirements and select most appropriate design.

• Minimum 2 years experience in design and product development.
• Knowledge and execution of ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Comfortable working with animal tissue and knowledge of basic anatomy.
• Strong knowledge of surgical/laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, and procedures.
• Demonstrated hands‑on problem solving of mechanical engineering challenges.
• Experience with component design and fabrication methods including machining, 3d printing, laser/die cutting and thermoforming.
• Proficient with CAD models (eg Solidworks) and creating engineering drawings.
• Familiar with all phases of the product development lifecycle, change and design control systems and processes (eg Agile).
• Ability to work with standard computer applications:
  Smart Sheet, Microsoft office, excel, outlook, power point, visio.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills. Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to support multiple fast‑paced projects simultaneously.
• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.

• MS degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.
• Experience with Solid Works.
• Prior experience working in an FDA/ISO regulated environment, preferably medical device.
• Experience with fabrication methods including injection molding, hydrogel molding and silicone molding/casting.
• Experience resolving quality issues from production or assembly. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience with design of experiments and statistical testing.
• Experience in lean manufacturing, six sigma and standardization techniques.
• Experience with packaging design, selection and vendor management.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $39-$44 an hour
• Location:
  
  Durham, NC (onsite)

Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

Protingent is an Award‑Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.