What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Engineer position at MiMedx?
At MIMEDX , our purpose starts with helping patients heal. We are driven by discovering and developing regenerative biologics utilizing human placental tissue to provide breakthrough therapies addressing the unmet medical needs for patients across multiple areas of healthcare. Possessing a strong portfolio of industry leading advanced wound care & surgical products combined with a promising clinical pipeline, we are committed to making a transformative impact on the lives of patients we serve globally.
We are excited to add a Product Development Engineer to our R&D team! The position will pay between $78,000 - $96,000 based on previous relevant experience, educational credentials, and location.
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Product Development Engineer will support the operation of the Product Development group. Candidate will be responsible for new product development and sustaining engineering activities by designing and executing protocols and test methods. Data interpretation will be required. Delegated tasks and procedures are expected to be completed independently in a thorough and timely manner and documented in a comprehensive report to communicate the findings to Senior Product Development staff and possibly cross-functional teams. Candidate should possess an understanding of biology / chemistry and engineering principles.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Synthesizing and / or developing innovative materials for HCT / Ps or implantable medical device; Research, develop, design, and evaluate materials, components, assemblies, processes, and equipment
- Applying limited analytical techniques to assess interaction of materials with biological systems or coordinating research efforts with internal resources or outside laboratories
- Influencing material selection decisions for new product development efforts
- Assist in translating high level user needs into engineering specifications
- Conduct feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality
- Use computer-aided engineering software, such as SolidWorks or CAD, for updating documents or designing new equipment / tooling
- Design of simple fixtures, testing apparatus, manufacturing equipment to support product development efforts
- Function as PD representative on project teams to coordinate product development activities with various departments, outside consultants, contractors and suppliers
- Document (Outputs) in accordance with FDA regulations, process mapping, product & process risk analysis, work instructions, product drawings (2D / 3D), detailed research and development in lab notebook
- Draft or revise controlled documentation to assist in the implementation of process revisions
- Adheres to policies and practices from the Quality Management System based on Company standards and regulatory standards for tissue processing, as required
- Understands and adheres to the Company's standards regarding the protection of intellectual property, confidential / proprietary information and trade secrets
- Interfaces with internal departments to ensure Lab maintenance is performed and well-coordinated with other key functional areas
- Communicates with external departments to facilitate the implementation of new processes, process improvements or test methods
- Interacts professionally and effectively with other team members and departments
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / COMPETENCIES :
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $78,000 - $96,000
