Research Engineer

Mantu; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Mantu is seeking a Research Scientist / R&D Engineer to advance orthopedic and medical device technologies. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with data-driven evaluation and cross-functional collaboration to drive development of new products.

The candidate should be curious, technically versatile, and capable of translating complex results into practical recommendations for stakeholders across R&D, development, and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Biomedical/Bioengineering or related).
• 3–7 years in an academic, lab, or industry setting with R&D/technology development.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing, test methods, equipment, and protocol development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with data analysis and statistics preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support development of research and testing project plans.
• Conduct laboratory testing and technical evaluations with appropriate methods and equipment.
• Develop test programs, identify equipment, and support execution of research activities.
• Analyze experimental results using statistical methods and provide technical recommendations.
• Monitor scientific/medical literature for relevant advances related to objectives.
• Collaborate with R&D, Development, Manufacturing, Legal, and other stakeholders; document findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Curiosity about emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Experimental design

Job description

Research Engineer | R&D / Technology Development | Medical Devices | Onsite | Freelance

Mission Description

We are seeking a Research Scientist / R&D Engineer to support the research, evaluation, and development of emerging technologies for future orthopedic and medical device products. This is a hands‑on technical role focused on laboratory testing, technology evaluation, experimental development, and data analysis.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, combining individual technical contribution with cross-functional teamwork. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, passionate about learning, and capable of analyzing complex technical problems and developing practical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of research and testing project plans, contributing to technology development and innovation initiatives.
• Conduct and support laboratory testing and technical evaluations, using appropriate test methods, equipment, and experimental approaches.
• Develop test programs and protocols, identify appropriate test equipment, and support the execution and validation of research activities.
• Analyze experimental results using statistical and data-analysis techniques to evaluate technologies and support technical recommendations.
• Monitor scientific and medical literature to identify relevant technological advances and opportunities related to research objectives.
• Collaborate with R&D, Development, Manufacturing, Legal, and other internal/external stakeholders, providing technical evaluations, project updates, and clear documentation of findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in an academic, laboratory, research, or industry environment, ideally involving R&D or technology development.
• Hands‑on experience or strong knowledge of laboratory testing, test equipment, test methods, experimental design, and test protocol development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of data analysis and statistical methods preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong curiosity and interest in emerging technologies, with experience or exposure to medical devices, orthopedics, biomechanics, biomaterials, scientific literature, or ISO/ASTM testing standards considered a strong plus.

Contract Type: C2C Freelance Contract

Duration: 12 months

Location: Warsaw, Indiana, USA

Work Model: Onsite

Experience Level: 3-7 years

Industry: Medical Devices / Orthopedics

Focus: Research, laboratory testing, technology evaluation, experimental design, and data analysis