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Job Function:
R&D Product Development
Job Sub Function:
Biomedical Engineering
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Galway, Ireland
Job Description:
J&J MedTech Neurovascular a Johnson & Johnson company is recruiting for a Research and Development Engineer located in Galway Ireland. The R&D Engineer is responsible for developing and delivering complex acute ischaemic stroke projects with significant technical challenges. Responsible for various aspects of the projects, including process development, design development, implementation of new equipment/automation and new product introduction.
The responsibilities and the impact YOU will have:
* Generate device concepts within the project team to address product performance criteria.
* Develop test models for prototype performance evaluations.
* Build and test prototypes; analyse test data and interpret to identify optimal solutions to technical challenges.
* Create detailed component and finished device assembly drawings/specifications using SolidWorks.
* Identify and select product materials, assembly methods and define process settings.
* Contribute to the project team to deliver key objectives, meeting performance, time and cost targets.
* Leverage and liaise with external vendors / resources to achieve project goals.
* Write procedures, protocols, specifications, and reports.
* Understand physician (user) techniques and clinical needs (disease state) and assist in developing product training materials.
We would love to hear from YOU if you have the following essential requirements:
* A minimum of 2 years' experience in all stages of medical device design and development (including design with SolidWorks, prototyping, testing)
* Data review and statistical methods skills (Minitab)
* High level of technical writing and reporting skills.
* Strong work ethic, creative problem solving, capable of working on own initiative.
* A strategic team-player, with deep-rooted initiative and accountability.
* Inherent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Specific experience in Medical Devices, cardiovascular or neurovascular implants or instruments.
This is what awaits YOU at J&J:
This is an opportunity to work with a ground-breaking biomedical operation and to be a member of a Johnson & Johnson company, with an excellent record in employee continuous professional development and business improvement.
We are passionate about our work; we play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines, and care deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson, our culture enables dynamic and impactful careers.
Whether you're one of the people who already work here, or you're considering joining the team, we offer:
* An opportunity to be part of a global market leader.
* A dynamic and inspiring working environment.
* Opportunities to work on challenging projects and assignments.
* Possibilities for further personal and professional development/education.
* Excellent benefits.
Equal Opportunity:
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Bioinformatics, Biological Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Design of Experiments (DOE), Detail-Oriented, Execution Focus, Feasibility Studies, Preclinical Research, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Prototyping, Report Writing, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technologically Savvy