Research & Development Engineer

Caerus Corp; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Caerus Corp is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to join our Blaine, MN team. This role involves designing and developing medical devices that improve patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3-7 years of relevant experience.

You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and apply your engineering expertise in a dynamic environment. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $120,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of engineering experience in product development or design engineering.
• Experience working under design control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products and enhancements.
• Apply engineering analysis to evaluate design alternatives.
• Conduct product testing and validation activities.

Skills

Biomedical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Product validation

Design control frameworks

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

FDA 21 CFR 820

ISO 13485

Test methods

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - Blaine, MN 55449
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Category: Research

Why Join Us?

OrthoCor Medical, a division of Caerus Corp, is a rapidly growing medical device company. We design and manufacture innovative solutions that improve patient care and outcomes. Engineers here work across the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, manufacturing, and commercialization, and make a direct impact on product innovation and company growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Research & Development Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and continuously improve the company’s medical devices and therapeutic products, applying engineering expertise, independent judgment, and regulatory knowledge to support product performance and compliance throughout the lifecycle and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to bring products from concept to commercialization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products, product enhancements, and manufacturing solutions to meet customer, regulatory, quality, and business requirements
• Apply engineering analysis and independent judgment to evaluate design alternatives, troubleshoot technical issues, and recommend solutions
• Develop product specifications, design requirements, test methods, and acceptance criteria
• Conduct product testing, verification, validation, and risk management activities in accordance with design control and quality system requirements
• Analyze test results, manufacturing feedback, customer feedback, and product performance data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Support the transfer of new products and design changes into manufacturing through development of documentation, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, and training materials
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to evaluate materials, components, and manufacturing processes
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, drawings, bills of materials, validation reports, risk analyses, and engineering change documentation
• Support regulatory submissions and compliance activities for new and existing products
• Provide technical support for manufacturing, quality investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
• 3–7+ years of engineering experience in product development, design engineering, or R&D within a regulated industry (medical device preferred)
• Experience working under design control frameworks (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485) including documentation, verification/validation, and risk management
• Demonstrated ability to independently design, analyze, and develop engineered products or components from concept through production release
• Experience with product verification and validation activities, including test planning, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting
• Strong understanding of engineering principles related to mechanical systems, materials, manufacturing processes, or electromechanical systems
• Basic textiles, soft goods manufacturing and/or sewing knowledge is a plus

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000 – $120,000 per year.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, basic life, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (Vacation and Protected paid time) and 6 company designated holidays
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Brace Program

Employment Eligibility / E-Verify

Caerus Corp participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Eligibility is verified after hire through completion of Form I-9 and the E-Verify process, as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caerus Corp is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail].

Caerus Corp., headquartered in Blaine, MN is a developer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative medical devices and soft goods. Our brands include OrthoCor Medical, Red Fox Innovations and New Options Sports.