Development Engineer

VB Spine, LLC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Training and development opportunities

Growth within a dynamic company

Job summary

VB Spine, LLC is seeking a Mechanical/ Biomedical Engineer to interface with surgeons and cross-functional teams, helping design and verify spinal implant components under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a related engineering degree, 1+ year medical device exposure, and CAD experience with Creo or SolidWorks. Compensation is competitive with benefits and growth opportunities at a fast-paced company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 1+ year of medical device experience preferred; co-op or internship acceptable.
• Basic experience with parametric CAD (Creo or SolidWorks).
• Fundamental knowledge of engineering practices, design principles, materials, and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Interface with surgeons to gather input for designs and evaluation of new and existing products.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams (with supervision) to ensure project success.
• Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components for medical devices under supervision.
• Participate in and support cadaver labs to evaluate designs and ensure user needs are met.
• Interpret customer needs, understand design inputs, product use, and clinical procedures.
• Create and refine engineering documentation (Design History Files, Change Control, Nonconformance & CAPA, Regulatory Tech files).
• Learn and apply R&D procedures such as design controls, risk management, and change control per QMS.
• Assist with prototyping, bench testing, and root cause analysis.
• Prepare and review information for invention disclosures and patent applications.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Develop knowledge of industry standards, design requirements, and test strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate ownership, integrity, and collaboration while managing priorities.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Reading complex drawings

Analysis tools & stats

Design principles & materials

Regulated environment ownership

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Biomedical Engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

Creo/SolidWorks

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Interface with surgeons to gather input for designs and evaluation of new and existing products
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams (with supervision) to ensure project success
• Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components for medical devices under supervision
• Participate in and support cadaver labs to evaluate designs and ensure user needs are met
• Interpret customer needs, understand design inputs, product intended use, and clinical procedures
• Create and refine engineering documentation, including Design History Files, Change Control records, Nonconformance & CAPA documentation, and Regulatory Technical files
• Learn and apply R&D procedures such as design controls, risk management, and change control per the Quality Management System
• Assist with prototyping, bench testing, and support problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Prepare and review information for invention disclosures and patent applications
• Participate in design reviews
• Develop foundational knowledge of industry standards, design requirements, and test strategies aligned with regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate ownership, integrity, and collaborative relationships while managing priorities

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• 1+ year of experience (medical device industry preferred); Co-Op or Internship experience preferred
• Basic experience with a parametric CAD package (Creo or SolidWorks preferred)
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering practices, design principles, materials, and manufacturing methods (traditional and additive)
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Basic knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods
• Strong willingness to learn, take ownership, and work effectively under supervision
• Ability to set and manage personal priorities in a regulated environment

Why VB Spine?

We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high-performing R&D team where you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience supporting the evolution and sustainment of innovative spinal implants and instruments that improve patient lives.

Compensation:

Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually, with potential for bonuses and incentives plus benefits. Final compensation is determined on a case-by-case basis and considers a variety of factors including experience level, technical background, and market conditions.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, dynamic company