R&D Engineer II

The R&D Engineer II is a key contributor within the Patient Care division based in Utica, NY, responsible for supporting product design, development, and sustaining engineering activities. This role applies fundamental engineering principles to execute design, testing, and analysis efforts, ensuring products meet quality, regulatory, and business requirements. Key Responsibilities Support the design and development of disposable and capital equipment used in patient monitoring applications Execute design activities including theoretical calculations, tolerance analysis, and stress analysis Develop and support validation of test methods, protocols, execution, and reporting Perform verification and validation testing to ensure product performance and compliance Participate in root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions for product and design issues Contribute to project planning, including timelines and cross-functional coordination Partner with cross-functional teams to support supply chain improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and product enhancements Ensure adherence to applicable quality systems, regulatory standards, and safety requirements Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans through regular team updates Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience; or advanced degree with limited experience Preferred Experience Familiarity with design control processes and regulated environments (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820) Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) and engineering drawing standards including GD&T Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, and assembly Experience with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab) Expected Travel 0-20% This position is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship Disclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range for this position is $74,200 - $115,000. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED’s good faith belief at the time of this posting. This job posting is anticipated to close on July 24, 2026. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them. Benefits: CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information. Competitive compensation Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives! CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io option #5. CONMED Corporation is a progressive, global medical device company. Through thoughtful leadership, innovation and team work, we are changing the future of medicine. Our 3,500 employees worldwide make meaningful contributions, positively impact the business, and advance in their careers as our company and product portfolio grows. We are a leader in Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, and Anesthesiology and our employees enjoy challenging and diverse job opportunities across these varied specializations. We are headquartered in upstate New York with additional domestic facilities in FL, CA, MA, CO, and GA. We have an international presence in more than 20 locations throughout Europe, Australia, Latin America, Asia, North America, and the Middle East.