Research Engineer

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
15 New Chardon Street (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2025
Will support the development of systems and probes being developed for research and clinical applications through all development phases, including design, prototyping, fabrication, validation, utilization, and maintenance. Highly desired qualities are creativity, attention to detail, and experience with biomedical optics. Will participate on multiple projects, and assist in the design and fabrication of, mechanical, and electronic components in new devices, reviewing and documenting the manufacturing process for in-production devices, and troubleshooting the performance of existing systems. Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities): - Design new, mechanical, and electronic components and systems using industry standard design control processes. - Develop complex mechanical systems. - Design, fabricate, and validate mechanical enclosures, mounts, and subassemblies. - Design and implement vibration, thermal, and environmental testing methods. - Produce prototypes of new optical, mechanical, and electronic components and systems. - Document new and existing parts and procedures to facilitate manufacturing. - Validate the conformance of components and systems to specifications. - Troubleshoot and take corrective action for components and systems not meeting specifications. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Complies with all policies and standards. Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience - Experience in device engineering in a hospital, industry, or academic: 1-2 years preferred. - Experience in medical engineering: 0-1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Skill in management of engineering projects and/or personnel. - Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team of scientist, engineers and medical doctors. - Ability to diagnose and solve technical and/or system problems of moderate complexity. - Computer literacy to the level of at least word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, statistics, engineering tools and programming. - Skill in technical writing. - Experience using fabrication tools. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.