R&D Mechanical Engineer II

Innovation - Diversity - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

R&D Mechanical Engineer II - Cardiac Rhythm Management

Arden Hills, MN

At Boston Scientific, our products and technologies are used to diagnose or treat a wide range of medical conditions. We continue to innovate in key areas and are extending our innovations into new geographies and high-growth adjacency markets. In Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) we offer solutions for treating irregular heart rhythms and heart failure and protecting against sudden cardiac arrest. Boston Scientific develops, manufactures, and markets a broad array of products and services that enable less-invasive care for some of the most threatening cardiac conditions. We've been expanding indications and conducting pivotal research for more than 20 years, resulting in increased access to the lifesaving and life-enhancing benefits of ICD and CRT therapies.

Purpose

Responsible for providing mechanical engineering support and expertise in the definition, design, development and testing of new and existing cardiac leads and related accessories.

Key Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, designs, and evaluates mechanical and electro-mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes and/or equipment.
• Solves engineering problems by analyzing the situation and recommending corrective or alternative actions.
• Conducts feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality.
• Directs support personnel and coordinates project activities.
• Actively promotes and participates in a cross -functional teamwork environment.
• Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
• Writes validation and verification protocols and reports applicable to new test methods and products.
• Investigates and evaluates existing technologies and manufacturing techniques.
• Reviews or coordinates vendor activities to support development.
• Selects appropriate techniques to solve complex problems. Summarizes and analyzes data and draws conclusions as the basis for making sound engineering recommendations.
• Communicates research and experimental results to the technical community and management.
• Coordinates, manages, and documents project goals and progress.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or higher from an accredited school in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Electromechanical, or Biomedical Engineering or related field
• 2+ years of work experience in mechanical engineering OR 2+ months experience with related MS Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device design and or process experience.
• Desire for leadership with traits of being an independent thinker, self-starting, with strong communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a creative unbiased approach to problem solving.
• Experience working hands-on designing and evaluating test methods and fixtures.

Requisition ID:594179

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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