Mechanical Engineer - R&D

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. R&D Engineer

Duration: 9+ Months (Possible extension)

Location: Maple Grove, MN 55369

Onsite Role

Responsibilities:

• Compiles and analyzes operational, test, and research data to establish technical specifications for designing or modifying products, processes, and materials.
• Consistently generates innovative and unique solutions to market needs and submits idea disclosures.
• Work is expected to result in the development of new or refined products, processes or equipment.
• Successfully completes complex engineering work in one or more of the following: technology development, product design and development, test of materials or products, preparation of specifications, process study, research investigation (animal and clinical studies), and report preparation.
• Selects techniques to solve complex problems and make sound design recommendations.
• Summarizes, analyzes, and draws conclusions from complex test results.
• Designs and prepares complex reports to communicate results to the technical community.
• Designs and coordinates complex engineering tests and experiments.
• Coordinates, manages, and documents project goals and progress and recommends appropriate revisions.
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products or equipment.
• Interfaces with Physicians/Cath Lab personnel to obtain feedback on concepts and performance of new devices.
• Translates customer needs into product requirements and design specifications.
• Responsible for engineering documentation
• May train and/or provide work direction to technicians and entry-level engineers.

Education/Experience:

• 5 - 8 Years with BS, 3 - 6 Years with MS, 0 - 3 Years with PhD
• Background – mechanical engineer
• CAPAs/NCEPs/SCAR investigations as needed, initiating and managing design changes, etc.
• Experience with engineering prints and driving design changes in medical device is required.
• Ability to take work direction and work independently
• Desire at least 5-8 years of med device experience
• Primary work assignments will be involving supporting our manufacturing line for our hepatic artery infusion pump and accessories– updating engineering prints as necessary, communicating with the contract manufacturer and operations/design teams, supporting