Associate Clinical Engineer – 3D-Printed Implants

Zimmer Biomet; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet's Paragon 28 team in Englewood, CO seeks an Associate Clinical Engineer to drive the patient-specific design of 3D-printed implants and instruments, transforming medical imaging into matched devices. You will review CT scans, plan procedures virtually, and maintain direct collaboration with surgeons to ensure designs meet clinical needs.

Entry-level opportunity requiring a Bachelor in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, with 0–2 years of design experience, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering.
• 0–2 years of clinical or medical device design experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to visualize objects in 3D space.
• Proficient with 3D design software.
• Solidworks 3D CAD and Materialise 3-matic preferred.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• Detail oriented with ability to handle multiple assignments.
• General knowledge of human anatomy and biomechanics.
• Materialise Mimics experience and familiarity with DICOM imaging preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with ability to convey information.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end design process for custom, 3D-printed medical implants and instruments.
• Map virtual surgical plans and intricate guide designs.
• Collaborate with surgeons to ensure designs meet clinical needs.
• Review medical imaging, CT scans and x‑rays.
• Virtually plan and review surgical procedures.
• Create detailed reports and documentation.
• Interface with development and quality engineers on project issues.
• Perform quality checks to ensure patient-matched designs meet specifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Biomedical engineering

3D design

SolidWorks

Materialise Mimics

DICOM imaging

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

3D visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks 3D CAD

Materialise 3-matic

Job description

Zimmer Biomet's Paragon 28 team in Englewood, CO seeks an Associate Clinical Engineer to drive the patient-specific design of 3D-printed implants and instruments, transforming medical imaging into matched devices. You will review CT scans, plan procedures virtually, and maintain direct collaboration with surgeons to ensure designs meet clinical needs.

Entry-level opportunity requiring a Bachelor in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, with 0–2 years of design experience, and proficiency in