Sr. R&D Engineer (Medical Device)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products from concept to market release that address market and customer needs.
• Design and implement new methodologies, materials, and processes to support product development and transfer to manufacturing.
• Participate and contribute to idea generation such as through brainstorming and IP development.
• Use data-based recommendations when contributing to design change decisions.
• Ensure design control requirements are met, manage product development timelines and work with a cross-functional team to bring new devices to commercialization in a timely fashion.
• Manage product development projects, communicate project progress and issues to management.
• Test designs to validate the ability to function as intended and offer design modifications to meet specific market needs.
• Perform verification testing to establish that new devices meet design input specifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies throughout the development process to ensure desired functionality and vet possible enhancements (this includes planning of outside animal and cadaver studies).
• Create detailed documentation throughout the various stages and steps in research and development.
• Work closely with manufacturing to ensure smooth transitions to commercial production.
• Assume other projects/assignments as assigned.
• May be required to provide technical support for regulatory, clinical or sales efforts.
• Document invention disclosures to contribute to intellectual property portfolio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education and/or Job Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent. At least 5 years of medical device R&D experience.

Skills, Abilities, and Requirements

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for solid models and dimensioned drawings.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Strong computer skills and electronic data capture experience.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with flexibility required in a start-up environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Spirair offers highly competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k).

Legal Authorization

Legal authorization to work in the US is required.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation Range

The expected base salary range for this role is $115,000 - $150,000. Compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications and internal equity.

Location

This position is based in our South San Francisco, CA location.