Position Summary:
In this role, you will design and develop solutions for Orthopaedic and Trauma applications, while leading technical execution across cross-functional teams through the new product development process. You’ll also provide oversight on adjacent project efforts and take ownership of technical aspects across the broader program pipeline.
What you will do:
Independently design and implement complex concepts and systems including system architectural design, relevant design documentation, test planning and execution
Specialize in various technology domains and evaluates new technologies
Support designs and the selection of platform technologies
Work independently with surgeon customers in a user setting, clearly communicate design goals and incorporate feedback into designs
Ensure compliance with the relevant requirements in cooperation with other engineering disciplines, QA/RA/AO, etc.
Maintain and improve engineering methods and practices
Train and mentor regarding established engineering best practices, design principles, processes and tools
Work with core team to determine project schedules and time commitments of self and other functional project team members and be able to clearly communicate status of assignments to project management.
Perform holistic problem analysis
Design and implement solutions to address identified problems
Support the implementation of state-of-the-art technologies
What you will need:
Bachelor's degree in science, prefer Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, prefer Masters Degree in a technical discipline
Minimum of 2 years industry experience
Product design experience in Orthopaedics in the medical device industry or related Engineering/Manufacturing industry experience
Demonstrated leadership of technical work groups
Experience in the function, clinical issues and performance requirements of Orthopaedic implants
Experience leading complex product development initiatives from concept through release
Experience in design controls and risk management within a regulated industry
Experience with a parametric CAD design package. Prefer ProE
Demonstrated understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and its application
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Travel Percentage: 20%