Research and Development Engineer II

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Job Function:
R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function:
R&D Mechanical Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Santa Rosa, California, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a R&D Engineer II to be in Santa Rosa, CA.

 

Purpose:

In this role, the R&D Engineer II will be responsible for the design and design and development of a left atrial appendage (LAA) closure system.  The engineer will use their technical expertise and problem-solving abilities to design, test, transfer to manufacturing, and support the clinical use of the product.  The engineer may also interact with suppliers at various levels to support the design and manufacturing of the product.

You will be responsible for:

Technical Design & Development:


* Apply mechanical and biomedical engineering principles to product design and development


* Proactively identify issues and resolve them in a timely manner


* Create and perform experiments to evaluate the design performance


* Write design documents, establish tolerances, and define specifications


* Identify, evaluate and manage external suppliers


* Develop and execute test protocols and write up results


* Understand manufacturing requirements and write work instructions


* Perform bench testing, cadaver studies, animal studies, and potentially support clinical studies


* Conduct failure analysis and provide recommended design improvements


* Cross-functionally collaborate with other functions: Quality, Operations Regulatory, and Clinical


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Qualifications/Requirements:


* A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or another related field


* 2+ years relevant experience in research, design, and development


* Proven hands-on and technical aptitude for mechanical design, fabrication, and evaluation


* Experience with test method development and documentation


* Complex problem-solving ability


* Proficiency in 3D Solid Modeling and drawing


* Excellent documentation and communication skills, both written and verbal


* Excellent soft skills and works well with others


* Flexible and adaptable – comfortable working in a dynamic environment


* Experience with design of implantable devices and delivery systems


* Proficiency with Solidworks and statistical methods


* On-site position


* Travel about 10-20% of...