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Job TitlePrincipal Research Engineer - MDS BioRobotics Core

                        

LocationCleveland

                    

FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

DepartmentLRI Biomedical Engineering-Research Innov and Educ

                      

Job CodeT30007

                     

ShiftDays

                       

Schedule8:30am-5:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  

As a Principal Research Engineer, you will perform routine engineering investigations in support of current research or product development efforts using engineering software analysis tools, prepare design sketches or drawings, assist with the design, development, and evaluation of prototype medical devices and perform other duties. 

A caregiver in this role works days from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

Prepare design sketches or drawings for components, sub-assemblies, processes or equipment using CAD or 3-D solid modeling software.  

Assist with the design, development, and evaluation of prototype medical devices, equipment, and software. Assists with preparation and evaluation of test protocols and test specimens.  

Prepare charts, graphs and other documentation in support of articles for publication, project reports and grant applications. 

Perform independent analysis, investigation, and planning of specific engineering criteria, characteristics and features to meet assignment goals. 

Assume responsibility for the planning, organizing, directing and coordinating of a wide variety of complex program initiatives. 

Conduct continuing studies and analyses to determine the feasibility of various advanced engineering approaches to define concepts and criteria for further programs or to resolve major problems in current programs. 

Resolve technical problems requiring the use of advanced theories, concepts and principles. 

Lead in the development of prototypes, medical devices, equipment or software. 

Assign components of the project initiatives to other engineers, technicians and designers and oversee the work. 

Collaborate with other engineers/investigators on major changes in project initiatives as they relate to other assignments, funds and priorities. 

Prepare cost estimates and monitor expenditures. 

Provide recommendations on the purchase of new equipment.  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Bachelor of Science in biomedical, mechanical or electrical engineering or a related field and six years of directly related experience 

OR Master’s degree and four years of experience  

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

Advanced degree 

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

Ability to distinguish color

Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment

Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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