Product Development Engineer I

Job Summary

Paragon 28, a Zimmer Biomet company, is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer I to join our dynamic R&D team. This role supports the design and development of medical devices with increasing levels of autonomy.

About the Role

As a Product Development Engineer I, you will be part of a project team with direct supervision, participating in meaningful projects that focus on design and development of medical devices. This is a hybrid role based out of Englewood, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Produce deliverables in support of product development efforts from ideation to commercialization.
• Research and evaluate competitive products for performance characteristics.
• Conceptualize new design ideas with some understanding of the inadequacy of existing designs.
• Perform parametric modeling and detail design of P28 implant and instrument development.
• Create design control documentation for P28 design history files and technical files.
• Develop and assist in the testing protocols for new and existing products.
• Compile and comprehend test results and implement/recommend appropriate design changes.
• Participate in project phase gate design reviews.
• Interface with third-party suppliers, contractors, testing houses, etc.
• Absorb and evaluate new suppliers for inclusion in the P28 approved supplier list.
• Assist the P28 Quality and Supply Chain departments in developing inspection plans.
• Observe surgeries (live, cadaver, or video) on lower extremity pathology and formulate physician comments/ideas into meaningful design solutions.
• Document all notes.
• Support sales and other departments via phone and live product training.
• Aid in patent application preparation.
• Assist with other development projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering discipline with 2-4 years of experience.
• Prior experience in medical device development helpful.
• Prior experience in taking medical device or similar product from ideation to commercialization helpful.
• Understanding of medical device industry regulatory requirements preferred.
• Experience with CAD. SolidWorks preferred.
• High proficiency in MS Office.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with ability to convey information and respond to questions from groups of peers.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 2-4 years of professional experience in medical device development.
• Experience in taking medical device or similar product from ideation to commercialization.
• Understanding of medical device industry regulatory requirements.
• Experience with CAD, particularly SolidWorks.
• High proficiency in MS Office.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package.
• Wellness incentives.
• Culture of recognition and performance awards.
• Flexible working environment.
• Location-specific benefits.
• Employee resource groups (ERGs).
• Recognition and investment in team members.
• Strong sense of belonging.

Pay

$80,000 - $105,000 USD annually, depending on skills and experience.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role based out of Englewood, Colorado.

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $80,000 - $105,000 USD annually, depending on skills and experience.

EEO Statement

Zimmer Biomet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.