Senior Engineer I

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. • South Jordan, UT

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About The Position

Performs intensive and diversified technical work in the design, manufacture, and operation of structures, machines, and systems while completing projects across broad areas of assignment. Makes technical decisions using advanced techniques and may modify or extend theories, precepts, and practices in the field and related disciplines. Works with supervision focused on overall objectives, new concepts, and policy matters; consults a supervisor on unusual problems and developments. May supervise technicians or others assisting with assignments and collaborate with other engineers. Works on special projects, writes ECNs, and creates prototypes. Performs other related duties as required.

This position is in Infectious Control Risk Category II, meaning employment and procedures may require exposure to blood or body fluids. The listed physical and environmental demands include lifting up to 50 pounds (local practice may apply), writing, sitting, standing, bending, visual acuity, color perception, depth perception, reading, peripheral vision, fine motor skills, noise, and chemical vapors.

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/experience with six years of previous related experience; master's degree with four years of previous related experience; or Ph.D. with two years of previous related experience.
• Ability to independently apply analytical skills and scientific technical principles in problem solving and development.
• Demonstrated computer skills, preferably with spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and other applicable software programs.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Working knowledge of United States and international standards applicable to the department.

Responsibilities

• Make decisions on technical problems and methods requiring advanced techniques and the modification or extension of theories, precepts, and practices.
• Work with supervision relating to overall objectives, new concepts, and policy matters, consulting a supervisor about unusual problems and developments.
• May supervise technicians or others 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' vacation
• One week of sick time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Health savings account

What This Job Offers

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