Senior Research And Development Engineer
An opening for a Senior R&D Engineer within a leading Munster based Medical Device multinational.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and progressive environment.
Responsibilities
Design development, prototyping, test method design, design evaluation, design reviews, design specifications, design verification and validation, design protocols and reports, transfer to production activities in a timely and effective manner.
Product and project risk analysis and risk management.
Develop prototypes which are consistent with the clinical and design requirements of the project.
Research new therapies and design solutions to develop and complement the existing product portfolio.
Introduce new equipment, materials and technologies.
Work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), physicians and product managers to develop innovative medical devices to improve patient care.
Project lead for assigned Research & Development team/s including technical and project management leadership responsibilities.
Mentoring, coaching and development of direct reports if required.
Regular communication to cross-functional teams, senior management and business unit leaders.
Qualifications and Experience
Third level degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Science, Design or similar discipline; Masters or Ph.D. level preferred but not essential.
5+ years' experience is ideal.
Proven Project Leadership abilities.
Good Project Management methodology and skills.
Proven track record in delivering quality results in a timely effective manner.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Good mechanical design and understanding of engineering fundamentals with extensive medical device materials knowledge.
Innovative/Creative Engineer.
Good manufacturing design and process understanding.
Good working knowledge of Solidworks and/or Pro Engineer CAD.
Good presentation skills (working knowledge of MS PowerPoint).
Strong technical writer.
Attention to detail and Quality focus.
Good working knowledge of medical device quality & regulatory systems and medical device directives (ISO13485 and FDA CFR 820).
Team Player with ability to develop strong working relationships.
Experience of medical device development from concept through to commercialisation.
Ability to effectively translate needs of clinicians and SBU into project inputs.
Willingness and availability to travel on company business.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Engineering, and Science
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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