We are currently seeking a Staff Engineer, Product Development (PD) to join our Joint Replacement Division based in Mahwah, NJ to support the Hip Business Unit. As a Staff Engineer, you will oversee projects to enhance and expand our Hip product portfolio, providing technical guidance to PD engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and Operations. This role requires a strong technical leader who balances strategic vision and project execution. You will plan, coordinate, monitor, and execute projects while engaging all stakeholders, including end users (surgeons), to ensure the successful development of medical devices from inception to launch.
What you will do Independently research, design, develop, modify, and verify mechanical components for medical devices. Work cooperatively with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success. Analyze and correct complex product design issues using independent judgment. Advance solutions by applying in-depth knowledge of customer needs, market and competitive offerings. Conduct or design advanced prototyping and testing. Apply detailed knowledge of clinical procedures to author design inputs. Support Voice of Customer sessions internally and with clinicians. Be proficient with and mentor others in the usage of industry standards, including design requirements and test strategies per applicable regulations. Lead creation and refinement of engineering documentation, such as the Design History file. Follow and mentor others on R&D procedures like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System. Identify and support the creation of or improvements to procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology. Support and execute segments of complex multifunctional teams to advance projects through the design /development/launch process.What you need Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, BioMedical, or related discipline 4+ years of work experience in R&D Demonstrated mechanical engineering problem-solving skills Experience with 3D CAD modeling (Creo Preferred) Preferred QualificaitonsProduct & Industry Expertise: Experience in medical device or regulated industries with exposure to working with healthcare professionals.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in product development, manufacturing processes, and interpreting complex engineering drawings with GD&T.Project Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects from concept to completion—on time, within budget, and with a focus on quality—using tools like Microsoft Project.Strong Communication & Self-Management: Effectively communicates technical plans and information to stakeholders and independently manages multiple priorities with a high degree of initiative.
$87,600 - $186,700 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
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