Senior R&D Engineer
Core
Early-stage R&D Engineer driving front-end innovation for percutaneous venous and arterial therapies, specifically carotid artery technology, translating clinical insights into engineering concepts and prototypes.
Role type
Senior IC R&D Engineer (Medical Devices)
Builds
Early prototypes of catheter-based systems (carotid stenting, drug-coated balloons) and device concepts for Peripheral Vascular Health.
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Devices / Peripheral Vascular Health
Required skills
Concept development, feasibility assessment, prototype development, engineering analyses, trade studies, benchtop feasibility testing, preclinical evaluation, design control documentation, intellectual property development
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Translate unmet clinical needs into design inputs and early system requirements; Generate, evaluate, and iterate device concepts; Design and develop early prototypes of catheter-based systems; Conduct engineering analyses and trade studies related to catheter performance, flow paths, structural integrity, and deliverability; Plan, execute, and document benchtop feasibility testing in flow loops and representative anatomical models; Analyze test data and rapidly iterate designs; Partner with clinical, regulatory, quality, and marketing stakeholders; Prepare and present design concepts and technical recommendations at internal design reviews; Submit invention disclosures and assist with intellectual property development.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC