Engineer, Sr. I - Product Development - Spine
Arthrex
Summary
Arthrex is actively searching for a Sr. Engineer I – Product Development to support the Spine team. This individual will be responsible for full life cycle development of medical devices, which includes initiation, design, development, execution, and product maintenance.
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Designs components or functional systems and modifies existing designs to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.
- Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
- Determines budgets and timelines for assigned projects.
- Leads multifunctional new product project teams, as assigned by Engineering Manager, through project technical feasibility analysis, initiation, planning, execution, and termination, adhering closely to project timeline and budget.
- Maintains design history file for assigned projects, adhering to Arthrex design control procedures.
- Provides Regulatory department technical support for assigned projects as needed.
- Supports Marketing and Product Management with technical information to be used for training and marketing of assigned products.
- Supports Manufacturing to provide processing improvements.
- Supports surgeon and distributor customers by training and/or educating on technical aspects of assigned products as needed.
- Determines necessity of testing and initiates testing of assigned products.
- Reports progress and status of assigned projects on a timely basis.
- May be required travel to attend trade shows and visit established accounts as well as prospective accounts. International travel may be required.
Knowledge
Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full knowledge of industry practices.
Skills
- Knowledgeable of FDA and ISO guidelines for the development of medical devices required.
- Manufacturing process knowledge preferred.
- Project management and communication skills training preferred.
- Working knowledge of anatomy from an orthopedic standpoint preferred.
- Working knowledge of joint anatomy preferred.
- Proficiency in designing products using a 3D-CAD program.
- Pro/E and/or SolidWorks experience preferable.
- Technical knowledge in development methodologies, design, and project implementation.
- Knowledge of orthopedic surgery principles, theories, and products preferred.
- Historical perspective on orthopedic surgery principals, theories, and products preferred.
Education/Experience
- 5 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
Requirements
- 5 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
- Knowledgeable of FDA and ISO guidelines for the development of medical devices required
- Proficiency in designing products using a 3D-CAD program
- Manufacturing process knowledge preferred
- Project management and communication skills training preferred
- Working knowledge of anatomy from an orthopedic standpoint preferred
- Working knowledge of joint anatomy preferred
- Pro/E and/or SolidWorks experience preferable
- Knowledge of orthopedic surgery principles, theories, and products preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Matching 401(k)
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider
- Deferred Compensation Plan
Company overview
Arthrex is a global leader in orthopedic medical device innovation and minimally invasive surgical technology. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Naples, Florida, the company has pioneered the field of arthroscopy and maintains a strong focus on advancing orthopedic surgical procedures worldwide. With the corporate mission of "Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better," Arthrex develops over 1,000 innovative products and surgical procedures annually, specializing in arthroscopy, sports medicine, total joint arthroplasty, and orthobiologics. As a privately held company with a family business culture, Arthrex operates globally with regional offices in Munich, Mexico City, and Singapore, serving healthcare professionals across more than 31 locations. The company is renowned for its comprehensive medical education programs, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, and commitment to delivering uncompromising quality in orthopedic care. Arthrex continues to experience significant growth while maintaining its dedication to scientific research, product development, and supporting surgeons in improving patient outcomes through minimally invasive techniques.