Engineer 1, Design Development, R&D

Teleflex•Durham, NC

About The Position

This is an entry-level engineering position supporting the new product development engineering group for the Emergency Medicine product families. Assignments may also include work for other products within the Teleflex VEM portfolio. Medical device experience is preferred. Incumbent organizes and manages multiple projects and executes them in a timely manner. Assignments will focus on providing creative solutions to new products or existing product improvements as needs arise. Performs other duties as required or assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Incumbent at this level executes on the scope of assignments by planning, designing, and coordinating the development of engineering activities to support new product development and changes/ improvements to existing product lines. These projects can exist anywhere from the early concept stage through manufacturing transfer and scale-up. Incumbent at this level receives instruction and assistance as needed and is aware of the work unit's operating procedures and policies.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering.
Experience in using SolidWorks CAD (design/drafting) program.
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to analyze complex technical information and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to create effective presentations and participate in a variety of meetings and conferences.
Ability to demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in applying engineering principles and practices.
Ability to draw solutions form a wider range of experience.
Ability to organize, evaluate, and coordinate engineering studies with a cross-functional team.
Ability to conduct comprehensive studies and preparation of reports.
Ability to speak and write English fluently.

Nice To Haves

Medical device experience is preferred.
One year of medical device or other related research experience minimum is preferred.
Background with injection molding, plastic extrusion and plastic part assembly process and methods desired.
Experience with U.S. FDA GMP and ISO requirements for design, risk management, and validation preferred.
ISO and ASTM testing methods for medical devices preferred.
An understanding of regulations pertaining to medical device design and design modifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports research and project initiatives by working with clinicians, researchers, and vendors which may involve travel to sites within the United States.
Gathers data on current state of the art, practices, policies, etc. to support unmet needs development.
Prepares protocols and coordinates execution for exploratory work, research, and prototyping for various medical devices and components.
Assists with the development of Design History Files.
Supports multiple projects and ensures they are completed in a timely manner.
Applies mechanical design skills to the creation and/or modification of existing medical device designs, test fixturing and manufacturing equipment.
Helps generate design ideas for new products as well as solutions to existing products when modifications are requested.
Demonstrates professional responsibility by cooperating with other personnel to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
Enhances growth and development through participation in education programs, training meetings and workshops, and remaining apprised of current literature.
Participates actively in continuous quality improvement activities through compliance with safety standards.
Maintains compliance with principles of accepted employee conduct as identified in the Teleflex employee handbook and as specified in departmental policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.