Sr. Product Development Engineer

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At MicroPort, we relentlessly strive to master every detail of our medical solutions with the purpose of prolonging and reshaping the lives of patients everywhere. We welcome motivated and talented people who want to join our dynamic and inclusive company, working together to deliver meaningful medical breakthroughs. In order to accomplish this, we hold true to our core values of Quality, Integrity, Accountability, Efficiency, Innovation, Aspiration, Dedication & Collaboration. Come and join Team MicroPort!

Why You'll Love MicroPort

You will find our team atmosphere challenging and rewarding. In addition to working with a world-class team, receiving a competitive base salary and bonus opportunities, our U.S. employees also enjoy the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Maternity Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Bereavement, 401(k) (up to 4% match with vesting from day 1), PTO, Paid Holidays (10 each year), Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance...and more! At MicroPort, we care about our employees and encourage them to make healthy lifestyle choices and embrace wellness opportunities to maintain their very best health and wellbeing.

**Hybrid Working Schedule Available**

Overall Summary

As Senior Product Development Engineer, you will be responsible for quality, timely design and development of products which have significant impact on the company's short-term and mid-term sales goals. Typically, such products involve a comprehensive system of implants and instruments. You will also have direct responsibility for the commercialization of these products. In addition, you will be responsible for developing laboratory testing plans which will insure safe and efficacious products that meet the design specifications and the company's quality standards.

Your duties will include:

1. Evaluate the design feasibility of new product ideas and use design control processes to develop new product designs from concept to commercialization. Provide support to Clinical and Regulatory Affairs for submissions and responses to FDA.
2. Develop product testing plans which will ensure the safety and efficacy of products under development.
3. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with all functional areas within the company to insure timely and smooth product development, design, and commercialization. Typically, this person will be considered the lead engineer for a major product development program.
4. Maintain existing product segments in accordance with the company's and industry standards.
5. Provide ongoing technical support to manufacturing areas within the company and/or vendors during production of current products.
6. Prepare and submit written and oral communications to technical consultants and other functions within the company which describe the performance and intended design concepts of our products.
7. Assist the corporate legal department as needed with patent disclosures and information necessary for patent submissions.
8. Use sound engineering problem solving techniques to thoroughly review the decisions which can be made at this level. These decisions may include design, design analysis, material selection, process requirements, engineering specifications and inspection techniques depending on their scope and magnitude.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About You

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• You must be a team player within the company's team environment; demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills; and be willing to accept modifications to project priorities and business strategies. You will frequently interact with MPO management and executive management.
• The ability to effectively lead and work within team are also necessary requirements.
• The position requires the ability to evaluate problems related to design, development, manufacturing techniques and quality assurance of product designs.
• This position requires significant creative thinking.
• You will be expected to spearhead resolutions to problems and present alternative solutions to problems. Resolutions to problems may be determined by you and your direct report or by a collective team effort, depending on the scope and magnitude of the problem.

Accountability

You will be accountable for design, development, and the function of the individual's current and existing products.

YOUR EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's Degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering or related discipline

Preferred: Master's Degree in engineering, science, or materials science discipline

Additional education and knowledge in the fields of orthopedics, orthopedic research, biomaterials, experimental and analytical stress analysis, fatigue testing, CAD/CAM skills, geometric tolerancing and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes is required.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3 years related experience required. Previous experience must include product development and design. You must display a proven history of sound product development skills and engineering analysis.