R&D Engineer I - Patient Screening

4 C Medical Technologies•Maple Grove, MN

7h•Onsite

About The Position

4C Medical Technologies, Inc. is a growing medical device startup based in Maple Grove, MN, dedicated to advancing technologies that improve patient lives, particularly for those living with mitral regurgitation. The company fosters an environment where collaboration is valued, ideas have impact, and individual growth is prioritized, all within a culture built on accountability, curiosity, and shared purpose. The R&D Engineer I – Patient Screening role is crucial as the technical gatekeeper for clinical trial enrollment. This position involves applying engineering principles to analyze patient anatomy via CT imaging to ensure a precise and perfect fit between the patient and the company's structural heart technology. Every team member plays a critical role in redefining possibilities for patients and bringing life-changing care closer to reality.

Requirements

Required a B.S. in Biomedical engineering or a related field.
0 to 3 years in med-device R&D, Quality, or Clinical Ops.
Basic knowledge of structural heart anatomy.
Understanding of digital imaging and communications in medicine (DICOM) standards and Computed Tomography (CT) fundamentals.
Proficient in anatomical modeling and 3D imaging software (e.g., Materialise Mimics, 3mensio, or TeraRecon).
Proficient computer skills that include standard computer applications (word processing, database management, spreadsheets, etc).
Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Function effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment
Strictly follow established instructions for use and screening protocols.
Ability to handle and be trusted with confidential and/or sensitive information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
Ability to be flexible and to handle multiple projects in an organized, timely manner.
Ability to problem-solve, work under pressure, and to adapt to fluctuating priorities and timelines.

Responsibilities

Imaging Analysis: Perform precise 2D and 3D reconstructions of patient CT scans (DICOM data) using specialized imaging software.
Anatomical Measurement: Execute standardized measurement protocols for cardiac structures to determine eligibility based on strict clinical trial inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Reporting: Generate clean, data-driven screening reports for the Clinical and R&D teams, highlighting potential anatomical risks or "screen-fail" justifications.
Data Integrity: Maintain the screening database with high accuracy to ensure all regulatory and quality compliance standards are met.
Model Design and Manufacturing: Design anatomical heart models from DICOM reconstructions and 3D print the models to support case preparation.
Other duties as assigned.