Associate Product Development Engineer

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At MicroPort we relentlessly strive to master every detail of our medical solutions with the purpose of prolonging and reshaping the lives of patients everywhere. We welcome motivated and talented people who want to join our dynamic and inclusive company working together to deliver meaningful medical breakthroughs. In order to accomplish this we hold true to our core values of Quality Integrity Accountability Efficiency Innovation Aspiration Dedication & Collaboration. Come and join Team MicroPort!

Why Youll Love MicroPort

You will find our team atmosphere challenging and rewarding. In addition to working with a worldclass team receiving a competitive base salary and bonus opportunities our U.S. employees also enjoy the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision Maternity Leave Life Insurance ShortTerm Disability LongTerm Disability Bereavement 401(k) (up to 4 match with vesting from day 1 PTO Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Education Assistance...and more! At MicroPort we care about our employees and encourage them to make healthy lifestyle choices and embrace wellness opportunities to maintain their very best health and wellbeing.

*Hybrid Working Schedule Available*

Overall Summary

The Associate Product Development Engineer is responsible for quality timely design and development of project segments which may have an impact on the companys short mid and longterm sales goals. The individual also has indirect responsibility for the commercialization of these products. In addition the individual is responsible for assisting in the development of clinical and laboratory testing plans which will insure safe and efficacious products that meet the customers needs and the companys quality standards

Your duties will include:

1. Assist in the development of product testing plans which will insure the safety and efficacy of current products.
2. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with all functional areas within the company to insure timely and smooth product development design and commercialization.
3. Maintain existing product segments in accordance with the companys and industry standards.
4. Prepare and submit written and oral communications to technical consultants and other functions within the company which describe the performance and intended design concepts of our products.
5. Assist the corporate legal department as needed with patent disclosures and information necessary for patent submissions.
6. Use sound engineering problem solving techniques to thoroughly review the decisions which can be made at this level. These decisions may include design design analysis material selection process requirements engineering specifications and inspection techniques depending on their scope and magnitude.
7. Attend seminars classes and conventions which assist professional development.

The position requires the ability to evaluate problems related to design development manufacturing techniques and quality assurance of product designs. This position requires significant creative thinking. This individual is expected to spearhead resolutions to problems and present alternative solutions to problems. Resolutions to problems may be determined by the individual and his/her direct report or by a collective team effort depending on the scope and magnitude of the problem.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About You

Interpersonal/Communication: The individual must be a team player within the companys team environment; demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills; and be willing to accept modifications to project priorities and business strategies.

YOUR EDUCATION

Required: Bachelors Degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering

Preferred: Masters Degree in engineering science or materials science discipline

YOUR EXPERIENCE

The individual in this position is not required to have industrial experience; however evidence of a sound engineering degree is a must with optional research or laboratory experience.

Education and knowledge in the fields of orthopedics orthopedic research biomaterials experimental and analytical stress analysis fatigue testing and teamwork will enhance the individuals effectiveness.

Required Experience:

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