Research Sr Engineer II

Zimmer Biomet; Warsaw (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet is seeking a Research Senior Engineer II to identify, evaluate, and develop technologies for medical devices, while shaping testing programs and project plans.

You will operate advanced test methods, apply standards, report progress, and monitor scientific literature to advance the program. Collaboration with other departments and travel up to 20% will be required.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years of experience in related position.
• Experience with orthopedics or medical device field.
• Experience with laboratory testing and test instruments.
• Ability to lead research and testing project plans.
• Experience with statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop technologies related to medical devices.
• Develop research and testing project plans.
• Operate sophisticated test methods and apply testing standards.
• Provide timely reporting on project progress and completion.
• Monitor literature for relevant advancements in research and testing.
• Consult with other departments for technical evaluations.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Laboratory testing

Problem solving

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Master's degree + 2 years experience alternative

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The Research Senior Engineer II will identify, evaluate, and develop technologies related to medical devices; assist in the development of individual research and testing project plans; operate sophisticated test methods; apply national and international testing standards related to work in assigned laboratory; participate in meetings related to the research and testing program, and provide timely and accurate reporting on project progress and completion; monitor scientific and medical literature for advancement relevant to the assigned research and testing objectives; and consult with and provide technical evaluations for other departments (Development, Manufacturing, Legal, etc.).

How You'll Create Impact

What Makes You Stand Out

• Must have 5 years of experience in job offered or related position.
• Must have experience with the following: ability to methodically investigate and resolve problems using current technology; orthopedics or medical device field; laboratory testing & in using test equipment & instruments; leading in research and testing project plans; and statistical analysis.
• Must have experience with the following: ability to methodically investigate and resolve problems using current technology; orthopedics or medical device field; laboratory testing & in using test equipment & instruments; leading in research and testing project plans; and statistical analysis.

Your Background

• Requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
• Must have 5 years of experience in job offered or related position.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's and 5 years of experience in the job offered or related position, the company will accept a master's degree and 2 years of experience in job offered or related position.

Physical Requirements

Travel Expectations

• Up to 20% domestic travel required.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability