Engineer I - IOL Development
About The Position
Engineer I, IOL Development supports the development of next-generation processes and products. This on-site role works directly with products and uses a wide range of metrology equipment. Working with engineers, the role conducts experiments, runs pilot builds, analyzes and presents data, and manages datasets across parallel projects, with minimal supervision. The engineer helps develop experiments to challenge production of critical technology steps, including the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and collaborates across Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemistry, and other departments. The role focuses on improving product performance and quality and supporting advanced technologies, particularly the LAL system and related accessories, as well as next-generation manufacturing processes involving mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics.
- At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment; medical device experience is preferred.
- Basic understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and manufacturing principles; part machining experience is a plus.
- Understanding of GMP and GDP.
- Understanding of the Design Control process.
- Experience with general laboratory and metrology equipment.
- Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of QAD is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze complex datasets and provide clear insights for decision-making.
- Knowledge of prototyping, manufacturing, and testing processes, including familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Expertise in IQ, OQ, and PQ processes and awareness of relevant industry regulations.
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, prioritization, adaptability, attention-to-detail, accountability, transparency, reliability, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple studies and manufacturing builds in a fast-paced environment.
- Complete required position training, including specified policies and code-of-conduct training within 30 days of hire and annually.
Nice To Haves
- Medical device manufacturing experience.
- Part machining experience.
- Knowledge of QAD ERP.
- SolidWorks experience.
Responsibilities
- Improve the performance and quality of RxSight products and support engineering and implementation of advanced technologies, primarily for the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) system and related accessories.
- Support development of next-generation manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electromechanical systems.
- Design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments with minimal supervision, ensuring thorough data collection and detailed documentation.
- Work with engineering to execute design experiments (DOEs) for troubleshooting or development, keeping data organized, presentable, and traceable.
- Partner with R&D technicians to execute experiments according to plan and take ownership of experimental flow and data collection.
- Provide live project updates and communicate delays, challenges, or mistakes transparently.
- Use optical metrology and other equipment, including OCT, SmartScope, Comparator, and Confocal Microscope.
- Design and implement fixtures for LAL sample builds, inspections, and manufacturing processes, including driving release through the QMS system when necessary.
- Conduct independent engineering studies to assess the feasibility of next-generation products and processes.
- Write engineering reports and work instructions and drive their release through the QMS system when necessary.
- Review and interpret mechanical and assembly drawings and provide feedback.
- Continuously challenge processes and seek improvements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
