Sr. R&D Engineer, New Products
Align Technology · Morrisville, NC · Yesterday
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Senior R&D Engineer, New Products to lead the research, design, development, and launch of innovative medical devices from concept through commercialization.
Responsibilities
- Lead product development workstreams from concept through launch, including planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination
- Design, prototype, and evaluate product concepts using biomechanical models, benchtop methods, and experimental testing
- Develop and execute verification and validation activities to assess product performance and design robustness
- Design, build, and verify test hardware, fixtures, and systems, including automation tools, as needed to support product development
- Apply sound mechanical and engineering principles to understand, model, and solve problems involving complex systems
- Perform statistical analysis and interpret data to guide technical decisions and product improvements
- Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and product insights effectively to stakeholders at all levels
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to incorporate design inputs, technical requirements, and user needs into product prototypes and final designs
- Partner with Clinical Affairs and cross-functional teams to support clinical studies and other product investigations
- Generate clear, complete technical documentation in compliance with FDA, ISO, and internal medical device development requirements, including protocols, reports, and design documentation
- Contribute to invention generation, intellectual property development, and patent disclosures
- Prioritize and execute work effectively in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and critical timelines
- Provide broad engineering support as needed
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with 6+ years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with 3+ years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
Preferred qualifications
- Strong theoretical and experimental background in structural mechanics and biomechanics
- Experience with 3D CAD solid modeling and mesh-based modeling tools
- Test method development, verification, and validation
- Data analysis, scripting, and automation for experimental and design workflows
- Additive manufacturing (3D printing) for test fixtures, prototypes, and end-use product applications
Benefits
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