R&D System Engineer

SEDAA•Plymouth, MN

2d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical support in the creation and development of new medical device products, while complying with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures. The role researches, develops, designs, and evaluates mechanical and electromechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes, and equipment. It determines system requirements and constraints, analyzes user needs, conducts feasibility studies, and develops concepts from initial design through market release. The position also coordinates project activities, supports intellectual property submissions, maintains research and development documentation, and reviews vendor activities and alternative cost-effective approaches. The role is for a senior engineer supporting R&D systems engineering in the Electrophysiology division. Medical-device and/or systems-engineering experience is a plus, particularly experience establishing user needs and requirements for new product development. Experience with implantable or Class III devices, electromechanical devices, or echocardiography imaging modalities such as TEE or ICE is also a plus. This position is 100% onsite in Plymouth, Minnesota.

Requirements

At least 6 years of related work experience, with a complete understanding of the specified functional area.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in medical devices and/or systems engineering.
Experience establishing user needs and requirements for new product development.
Experience related to implantable or Class III devices, electromechanical devices, or echo imaging modalities such as TEE or ICE.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support in creating and developing new medical device products.
Comply with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
Research, develop, design, and evaluate mechanical and electromechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes, and equipment.
Perform analyses and/or interviews to determine system requirements and constraints.
Analyze user needs and provide input to stakeholders.
Conduct feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality.
Develop new concepts from initial design through market release.
Direct support personnel and coordinate project activities.
Write and submit intellectual property, including patents.
Maintain detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
Review or coordinate vendor activities to support development.
Research cost-effective alternative approaches to current processes.