Senior R&D Engineer

In general, the following responsibilities apply for the Senior R&D Engineer role. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Apply advanced scientific and engineering principles and theories such as solid mechanics and mechanical design to solve complex technical problems and develop solutions.
• Develop test strategies based on therapeutic requirements derived from voice of customer, and execute on protocol, testing, data analysis, and reports required for regulatory submissions
• Apply mechanical engineering principles and tools to evaluate and analyze mechanical designs and interactions.
• Identify issues, conduct root cause analysis, and map out resolution when evaluating technology, designing parts, components and sub-assemblies using engineering first principles and appropriate test evaluations
• Communicate with internal/external customers and vendors; represent work through internal conferences and collaborations across multiple business units and functions
• Design, develop, analyze, troubleshoot and provide technical skills during research and/or product development.
• Strongly influence the design of new products, processes, standards, or operational plans based on business strategy with a significant impact on functional results.
• Work closely with Release Product Engineering and Quality Engineering for root cause investigations, complaints analysis, supplier change notifications and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Work closely with Quality Engineering and Facilities to plan, coordinate and execute site transfer activities, including equipment installation and qualification, test method transfer and qualification and site readiness.      

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or math or a related technical discipline and a minimum of 4 years of technical experience OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years technical experience

• Understanding of Reliability Engineering and Statistical Methods
• CAD experience especially in SolidWorks
• Experience with catheters and stents, especially with Nitinol
• Demonstrated aptitude for assessing emerging technologies
• Demonstrated business acumen, executive presence, and communication skills
• Proven skills in quantitative analysis and data-driven decision making
• Experience with conducting strategic brainstorm sessions and ideation activities
• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a dynamic environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

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The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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