R&D Mechanical Design Engineer II

R&D Mechanical Design Engineer IILocation:North Haven, Connecticut, United StatesRequisition #:21000T1CPost Date:11 hours agoCareers that Change Lives:Come for a job, stay for a careerYou will be a key member of the Medtronic Engineering team responsible for developing Medtronics Next Generation Powered Stapling Products through commercial launch and production scale-up, impacting patient outcomes.The Minimally Invasive Therapies Group (MITG) strives to enable earlier diagnosis, better treatment, faster complication-free recovery, and enhanced patient outcomes through less invasive surgical solutions. SURGICAL INNOVATIONS set the standard for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) by creating innovative surgical products and services.A Day in the Life:The RD Mechanical Design Engineer II is a primary contributor within the Medtronic RD engineering team to develop and support the next generation of minimally invasive surgical instrumentation.This RD Engineer is a key contributor in a fast-paced RD environment, working within a team to deliver technical expertise and solutions to complex engineering problems:Designs, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots, and provides technical skills during research and/or product development.Designs studies to investigate specific life science questions within field of expertise.May be involved in product research and development and/or clinical testing.Translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products.Working as part of an engineering team in the Design and Development of new Powered Stapling products for the Signia platform.Key contributor in New Product concept generation addressing unmet customer needs within the portfolio using known or established technologiesAssist in defining strategy on how to integrate clinical evidence into RD projects.Primary contributor in the establishment of Engineering Verification and Reliability Test Plans.Oversight of product testing and creation of models and prototypes.Creation of design and testing specificationsEstablishing, execution, and reporting on product development deliverables taking concepts through development, verification and validation and into commercialization.Participating in clinical and preclinical assessments.Collaborates with a interdisciplinary cross-functional team, including Electrical, Software, Systems, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering.Creates documentation with design controls and risk analysis in accordance with established SOPs.Incorporates required regulatory standards (FDA, ISO, IEC) in developmental engineering projects including written protocols, test methods, assembly processes and the Design History File.Prepares and maintains research findings, summaries, logs, and notes and develop statistical results or research.Prepares reports, presentations, and spreadsheets of an analytical and interpretative nature to solve complex problems.Remains abreast of laboratory analytical applications to include changes/enhancements in research studies, laboratory technology, and research standards.Must Have:Bachelors Degree required with 2+ years of experience or Advanced Degree with 0+ years of experienceNice to Have:Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar.Innovative problem solver that thrives in a team environmentKnowledgeable in electromechanical system design and testingApplies fundamental engineering principles and analytics in their technical solutionsExperienced with Parametric 3D Modeling Software (preferably Creo)Knowledgeable in creating and reviewing engineering drawingsUnderstanding of common manufacturing processes (i.e. Injection Molding, Metal Forming, Machining, Heat Treating, etc.)Working knowledge of rapid prototyping, materials selection, and mechanism designExperienced in organizing and analyzing technical data (preferably Excel or Minitab)Strong ability to present technical information verbally and through comprehensive report writingFamiliarity with medical device regulations and various technical standardsKnowledgeable in human anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, and surgical instrumentationKnowledgeable in simulating designs using advanced analytical tools and software, such as tolerance, kinematic, dynamic, structural and data analyses (preferably CETOL, Creo Mechanism, Creo Simulate, MATLAB, Mathcad, and ANSYS Workbench)Working knowledge of ASME Y14.5M-2009Experience with Integrity Requirements Management software or equivalentWorking Knowledge of Design Methods, such Root Cause Analysis, DFM, and DFATrained/Certified in Lean and/or 6 SigmaWorking knowledge of Risk Management tools, such as DFMEA and PFMEAExperienced in development of in-vitro or in-vivo biomedical test methodsDemonstrates communication and presentation skills, including the ability to discuss complex technical subjects with expert and non-expertsPrior experience with gears, motors, sensors, and complex electromechanical assemblies.Working ConditionsStandard office setting, surgical lab, operating room, pilot lab, external research organizations, supplier visits, limited travel.Based in North Haven, CT, USAAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Lets work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.