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SUMMARY:
The successful candidate will have a technical education with research & development experience and will be capable of utilizing their expertise and skills in the successful development of new products.
They will be capable of identifying and investigating new product ideas or technologies and bringing these through a defined technology development process.
They will build prototypes, collect user feedback, and conduct experimentation and data analysis to optimize and refine product concepts and perform verification and validation of product designs.
The successful candidate will be capable of serving as a leader in a collaborative and cross functional environment for the successful completion of project goals and will be capable of interfacing with senior management within the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Representing R&D on New Product Development project teams.
Researching new ideas and technologies/materials and evaluating technology performance and stability.
Sourcing/selecting materials and components and the evaluation of same.
Developing product and component specifications to ensure that the product consistently performs to a level which meets the needs of the customer.
Developing new test methods to characterize and measure the performance of the product.
Providing technical R&D support to other functions including Global Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering and Manufacturing.
Managing project schedules, conducting product and project risk analysis and ensuring successful and timely completion of project activities.
Working with patent counsel to support patentability/infringement searches and preparation of patent applications.
Planning and performing design verification and design validation activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic/Credentials/Certifications
Level 8 (Honours) Degreein Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline is required
Masters or PhD in a related discipline is preferred
Length of Experience
8+ years of relevant industry experience preferably in medical devices
Specialized skills / Technical knowledge
Innovative/Creative Thinker – must have a demonstrated ability to conduct exploration of subject areas for novel concepts and approaches
Working knowledge of 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, Creo, etc.)
Advanced understanding of customer needs and design inputs
Demonstrated analytical problem solving abilities
Good organization and communications skills
Demonstrated ability to manage projects including directing the work of others
Good collaborative team skills and a high level of enthusiasm and motivation
Product design and prototype development experience
Strongworking knowledge of medical device quality & regulatory systems including design controls and medical device directives
About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide.
The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals.
Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries.
Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.
EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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