R&D Engineer III - New Haven, CT

The Engineer III R&D assists in the research, design, and development of novel medical devices through assessment of clinical needs, concept design, engineering analysis, implant characterization, specification development, and verification/validation testing. This individual works cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure successful project execution.

A successful individual must understand good design and experimental principles, engineering concepts, and be able to solve complex problems in a team environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as technical lead for new product development, identifying project requirements and leading execution of design control activities from concept through commercial launch and design transfer
• Identify user needs and technical specifications by collecting surgeon feedback (VOC), conducting labs and observing surgeries
• Develop innovative solutions to complex design challenges while balancing performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Plan and execute design verification and validation testing using statistical rationale for planning and analysis of results
• Solve technical challenges by performing root cause analysis, design of experiments, writing and executing protocols and technical reports
• Plan, coordinate, and execute changes to product or manufacturing processes to support new requirements, additions and improvements
• Plan and conduct product testing in clinically relevant setups, including benchtop biomechanical and ex-vivo cadaver
• Support commercial Marketing and Sales teams by providing technical expertise and training on products
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements (ISO, FDA, etc., if applicable).
• Support Supply Chain by evaluating suppliers, reviewing tooling concepts, and resolving technical issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical or Mechanical or other STEM
• 5 years related experience in R&D Engineering with a bachelor's degree; Preferred master's degree in related field.

Preferred Requirements:

• Medical device experience
• Research in academic lab, biomechanics or tissue engineering
• Proficiency in Minitab or other statistical software

Other Attributes:

• Proficient in office software applications and statistical methodologies
• Up to 20% Travel

This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship. Disclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range is 80,000-130,000. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED's good faith belief at the time of this posting

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

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CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.

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