Assistant Design Engineer, R&D - MedTech
About The Position
The Assistant Design Engineer, R&D – MedTech position is located in Cincinnati and will work a Flex/Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week on-site. In this role, you will design and develop sophisticated robotic instruments that provide robust clinical value. You will be a vital member of a product development team, conducting various assignments in collaboration with other design engineers, manufacturing engineers, designers, and cross-functional partners. You will be responsible for designing and iterating product concepts quickly and effectively via prototype builds, laboratory testing, and/or computer simulations, supporting the development of design requirements and their translation into design concepts and solutions, based on user needs and product function. You will also develop test methods, design/build fixtures and systems for testing, generate/process/analyze advanced engineering data to meet design specs, and commercialize new products via the design control process, applying good documentation practices, spanning from feasibility to V&V through launch. Additionally, you will participate in detailed reviews of designs, test methods, requirements, specs, etc. and effectively communicate technical information in written/verbal forms.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electro mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or related science/engineering field is required.
- Entry level position (college graduates/no prior industry experience required)
- Basic mechanical design and analysis skills, including a solid understanding of mechanism design and machine elements are required.
- Experience developing and using 3D CAD models (SolidWorks preferred), free-body diagrams, and strength of materials is required.
- Able to apply basic tolerance analysis, stress-strain analysis, FEA, simulated use testing, and basic statistical analysis are required.
- Able to assist with engineering investigations, problem solving, root cause, prototype rework, and component modification
- Effective communication, collaboration, and teaming skills with ability to present technical information to an engineering team
- Up to 15% domestic/international travel may be required, including overnight stays
- Able to provide positive and constructive feedback to teammates on product concepts and designs
- Organized with creative analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to work independently under general supervision; Able to set and prioritize goals with general guidance from management
- Experience working on a project team with demonstration of encouraging and inclusive behaviors
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of component manufacturing processes (injection molding, machining, stamping, etc.), DFM/A, and Design to Cost
- Working knowledge of design controls, design plans, and verification/validation, preferably as they apply within a regulated industry
- Systems-based design experience, including integration of cross-disciplinary technologies (e.g., mechanical, electrical, controls, software)
- Experience in the design, development, and commercialization of medical devices with an understanding of their application in surgical procedures
- Data analysis experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages
Responsibilities
- Design and iterate product concepts quickly and effectively via prototype builds, laboratory testing, and/or computer simulations
- Support development of design requirements and their translation into design concepts and solutions, based on user needs and product function
- Develop test methods, design/build fixtures and systems for testing
- Generate/process/analyze advanced engineering data to meet design spec’s
- Commercialize new products via the design control process, applying good documentation practices, spanning from feasibility to V&V through launch
- Participate in detailed reviews of designs, test methods, requirements, spec’s, etc. and effectively communicate technical information in written/verbal forms
Benefits
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
- Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
- Savings plan (401(k))
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
