R&D Senior Engineer I

Merit Medical Systems • South Jordan, UT

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About The Position

At Merit Medical, the mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. This role performs intensive and diversified technical work, including the design, manufacture, and operation of structures, machines, and systems, while completing projects across broad areas of assignment. The engineer applies advanced technical approaches, works with substantial independence on established objectives, and may supervise technicians or others assisting with assignments. The role also involves special projects, engineering change notices (ECNs), and prototype creation.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical field related to the department of assignment or industry is required.
• Qualifying education and experience: bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience with six years of related experience; master's degree with four years of related experience; or Ph.D. with two years of related experience.
• Ability to independently apply analytical skills and scientific and technical principles to problem solving and development.
• Demonstrated computer skills, preferably including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and other applicable software programs.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Working knowledge of applicable United States and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Make decisions on technical problems and methods using advanced techniques and adapting or extending theories, principles, and practices in the field and related disciplines.
• Work under supervision focused on overall objectives, new concepts, and policy matters; consult the supervisor on unusual problems and developments.
• May supervise technicians or other staff assisting with specific assignments and work jointly with other engineers.
• Work on special projects, write ECNs, and create prototypes.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and other insurance, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
• Low-cost onsite medical clinic.
• Two onsite cafeterias.
• Employee garden and gardening classes.
• Three weeks of vacation.
• One week of sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior