Research and Development Engineering 1, Bench Testing

Cook Group • West Lafayette, IN

40d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research and Development Engineer 1, Bench Testing position requires a technically sound engineer capable of challenging medical devices through accelerated fatigue, corrosion, and simulative use, as well as evaluating the performance of devices through electrosurgical, imaging, and other basic mechanical environments. The four primary roles of this position include: Feasibility testing to support the product development of medical devices; Design verification testing to support device regulatory approval; Post-market device evaluation to support clinical and/or marketing activities; and Developing and validating novel test methods. Other activities may include, but are not limited to: Maintenance of well-controlled documentation, including written protocols, data forms, and reports; Test plan development; Standard committee involvement; and Research related to defining clinically relevant test conditions.

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in mechanical or biomedical engineering (or comparable)
• A hard-working, enthusiastic, detail-oriented person with strong written and verbal communication skills, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills
• Will work in a team setting and must be willing to be trained
• This position is a hybrid position, which requires regular on-site visits, minimum 2-3 times per week
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status’ for this employment position

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with benchtop medical device testing preferred
• Familiarity with test method validation and statistics desired
• Experience with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements preferred

Responsibilities

• Feasibility testing to support the product development of medical devices
• Design verification testing to support device regulatory approval
• Post-market device evaluation to support clinical and/or marketing activities
• Developing and validating novel test methods
• Maintenance of well-controlled documentation, including written protocols, data forms, and reports
• Test plan development
• Standard committee involvement
• Research related to defining clinically relevant test conditions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees