R&D Engineer II - Medical Device Start-up

Wallace Myers International; Galway; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company based in Galway is seeking an R&D Engineer II to support the development of innovative medical devices. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience in CAD design, and a minimum of 3 years in all stages of medical device development. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires excellent problem-solving skills. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in medical device design and development.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of medical device development.
• Generate device concepts within project teams to meet performance criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of components.

Skills

R&D Engineer

Design Engineer

AUTOCAD

Solidworks

Education

Honours degree in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering

Tools

CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Fusion, SolidWorks)

Job description

Position: R&D Engineer II - Medical Devices

Location: Galway, Ireland

Position Summary The R&D Engineer II will support the planning and execution of medical device development, including preparing and reviewing documentation, collaborating with component suppliers, working with functional engineering teams to create detailed designs, and supporting products throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate device concepts within project teams to meet performance criteria.
• Build and test prototypes; analyze results to identify optimal solutions to technical challenges.
• Create detailed component and assembly drawings/specifications using CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Fusion).
• Select materials, define assembly methods, and set process parameters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, software) to ensure seamless integration of components and systems.
• Liaise with external vendors and resources to achieve project objectives.
• Write procedures, protocols, and technical reports; maintain detailed documentation of design iterations, test results, and project progress.
• Understand end-user techniques and clinical needs to support product training material development.
• Conduct research on new technologies, materials, and methodologies relevant to product development goals.
• Use engineering principles and simulation tools to design and optimize product components and systems.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and solutions effectively to team members and management.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in research and development.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System requirements.

Behaviours & Skills

• Strong design and technical ability with broad knowledge of fundamental engineering principles.
• Creative problem solver with strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Honours degree in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience across all stages of medical device design and development, including CAD design (SolidWorks), prototyping, and testing.

Skills

• R&D Engineer
• Design Engineer
• AUTOCAD
• Solidworks