Senior Research And Development Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known med tech company in Galway, Ireland is seeking a Senior Research and Development Engineer. This role involves leading the design and development of innovative medical devices, requiring an honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience. Key responsibilities include developing prototypes, analyzing test data, and collaborating with team members to meet project goals. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work model and offers an exciting opportunity to impact healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in medical device design and development.
• Strong design and technical skills in engineering principles.
• Experience working in teams to achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical specifications from user needs.
• Build and test prototypes; analyze test data.
• Write procedures and assist in developing training materials.

Skills

Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering knowledge

Prototyping skills

Statistical methods skills

Excellent communication skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Education

Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Minitab

Job description

Overview

Kelly FSP is recruiting, on behalf of a well-known med tech company, for a Senior Research and Development Engineer position located in Galway, Ireland. This is a new, growing team in Galway and an exciting opportunity for an engineer to lead a new device project.

Contract Duration : 18 months with possible extension

Location : Galway, Ireland (hybrid - 3 / 4 days on site)

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the disease state, gather user needs, and translate these into technical specifications.
• Support the direct team to deliver on performance, time, and cost targets.
• Generate innovative product solutions to address unmet needs.
• Develop test models for prototype performance evaluations.
• Build and test prototypes; analyse test data and interpret findings to identify optimal solution(s).
• Create detailed component and finished device assembly drawings / specifications.
• Develop and deliver project plans, ensuring performance, time, and cost targets are met.
• Leverage and liaise with external resources to achieve project goals.
• Identify and manage key risks throughout the product lifecycle.
• Write procedures, protocols, specifications, and reports.
• Evaluate and assess physician (user) techniques and assist in developing product training materials.
• Support the development of marketing materials, such as presentations, videos, and demonstrations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in all stages of medical device design and development (including design with SolidWorks, product lifecycle data management systems, prototyping, and testing).
• Strong design and technical ability based on a broad and deep knowledge of fundamental engineering principles.
• Proven track record in working in a team to achieve results.
• Data review and statistical methods skills (Minitab).
• Strong work ethic, creative problem-solving skills, and capability to work on your own initiative.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Results- and deadline-driven, with an ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively to achieve results.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic self-starter, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Specific experience with medical devices, particularly cardiovascular or neurovascular implants or instruments.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing