R&D Engineer II

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of this role take a leading role in the development of new manufacturing processes and technologies to support R&D/Prototype product development. This role will develop said processes/technologies for new products to meet customer requirements and ensure there is a successful path forward to commercial manufacturing. Responsible for initiating and conducting defined technical tasks associated within a manufacturing environment.

This position operates under minimal guidance from supervisor or senior technical individual but work direction may come from other sources including cross-functional teams. May also have junior technical individuals (such as technicians) reporting to them. The R&D Engineer II ensures Pro Med's brand, philosophy, systems, policies, and procedures are properly implemented and observed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Position duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

* Assess process capabilities, innovates, and implements new processes or improvements on multiple and moderately complex parts and processes.

* Develop manufacturing processes and new technologies in support of new product development and manufacturing of molded components and assemblies

* Optimize manufacturing processes to support the scale-up of new technologies and/or processes.

* Lead and support technical R&D/prototype projects for customers. Meet objectives/targets as in on time delivery, customer satisfaction, etc. Report on progress at regular intervals.

* Determine equipment requirements and assist in the development of capital expansion projects for new process development and future growth opportunities.

* Implements established industry practices related to equipment and manufacturing that are new to Pro Med.

* Creates technical reports by capturing experimental results.

* Applies technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, procedures, tooling and/or automation.

* Apply internal and external customer requirements in process development.

* Provide Design for Manufacturability input to the tool design.

* Ensure proper documentation has been written to meet quality systems requirements.

* Use design for manufacturing practices and an understanding of current manufacturing capabilities to translate customer requirements into reasonable product specifications.

* Interacts and collaborates with customers to effectively support and recommend appropriate studies for their products or technology.

* Oversee development builds associated with the project.

* Based on knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process, predict technical interactions and provide contingency plans to mitigate project and manufacturing risks.

* Trains and/or provides work direction to technicians and may train manufacturing operators when required.

* Establishes and cultivates a network of support (laboratory, quality, manufacturing, engineering, sales, and marketing) to facilitate completion of assignments.

* The employee is expected to develop acceptable work habits, skills, knowledge, and contributions consistent with the R&D Engineer II position level.

* This job also requires performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

* Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field with a minimum of 3 years of applicable engineering experience or individuals with a masters (MS) degree in an engineering or related field.

* Familiar with a variety of medical manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures

* Design for manufacturability knowledge and applicable skills

* Strong technical writing ability with experience writing product requirements, specifications, test protocols, and test reports.

* Experience with CAD software, preferably Solid Works

* Experience in print reading with GD&T

* Demonstrated interest in the medical device and pharmaceutical industry.

* Experience with MS Office

* Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

* Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

* Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, effectively, and frequently (oral and written) to management, customers, and colleagues. Receives information effectively.

* Organized person that is a self-starter with a proven ability to successfully work with minimal supervision.

* Professional, courteous, and friendly personality

* Working knowledge of English (verbal and written)

Preferred:

* Strong knowledge and first-hand experience with injection molding technology, preferably with silicone

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters…