Job Description
We are excited to partner with a growing Medical Device company in Galway who are seeking an R&D Engineer with a Mechanical Engineering background to join their team.
The R&D Engineer II will contribute to product development through concept generation, design, prototyping, testing, documentation, and lifecycle support. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, external partners, and physicians to deliver innovative, high-quality medical devices.
Main Responsibilities:
* Develop and evaluate device concepts to meet performance requirements.
* Build and test prototypes; analyze data and resolve technical challenges.
* Create detailed component and assembly drawings/specifications using Autodesk Fusion.
* Select materials, assembly methods, and define process parameters.
* Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers for system integration.
* Partner with vendors and external resources to achieve project objectives.
* Prepare procedures, protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
* Maintain accurate records of design iterations, test results, and project progress.
* Support development of physician training materials.
* Research new technologies, materials, and methods to drive innovation.
* Apply engineering principles and simulation tools to optimize designs.
* Ensure compliance with quality management system requirements.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum 3 years' experience in medical device design and development, including SolidWorks, prototyping, and testing.
Benefits
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge medical devices and contribute to the development of innovative solutions. The successful candidate will have the chance to collaborate with experienced professionals and learn from their expertise.