Senior RD Heart Valve Engineer

BRIDGEMED SOLUTIONS INC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Direct impact on product development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

BRIDGEMED SOLUTIONS INC is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer to lead design and development in cardiovascular technologies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in heart valve development, a strong grasp of regulatory requirements, and a proven track record in product development. This role offers flexibility in work arrangements and the opportunity to directly impact product innovations within a lean corporate environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cardiovascular device development, with a strong focus on heart valves.
• Proven track record in end-to-end product development.
• Strong understanding of materials, hemodynamics, and durability testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support design and development of heart valve systems.
• Provide technical guidance across concept, prototyping, testing, and design verification.
• Review and contribute to design documentation, risk analysis, and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Cardiovascular device development

Heart valve design

Regulatory compliance (FDA/EU)

Mentoring

Job description

Experience

10+ years of experience in cardiovascular device development, with strong focus on heart valves

Location

Local candidates only (must live in Orange County)

Job Type

Full-time or Part-time (Flexible)

Salary

Competitive compensation based on experience and engagement structure (hourly, part-time, or full-time)

About Us

We are a growing medical device company focused on the design and development of advanced cardiovascular technologies. Our work centers on delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to support patient outcomes and meet rigorous regulatory standards.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior R&D Engineer with deep experience in heart valve design and development to support ongoing and new product initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on engineering, mentoring, and contributing meaningfully without the constraints of a traditional corporate structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support design and development of heart valve systems (surgical and/or transcatheter)
• Provide technical guidance across concept, prototyping, testing, and design verification
• Review and contribute to design documentation, risk analysis, and regulatory submissions
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and product improvements
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (quality, regulatory, manufacturing)
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability building

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cardiovascular device development, with strong focus on heart valves
• Proven track record in end-to-end product development
• Strong understanding of materials, hemodynamics, and durability testing
• Experience with FDA and/or EU regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently and provide practical, solution‑oriented guidance

What We Offer

• Flexible work arrangement (full‑time or part‑time based on mutual fit)
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on product development and company growth
• Lean, decision‑driven environment – minimal bureaucracy
• Competitive compensation based on experience and engagement level

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief note outlining your experience in heart valve development and preferred work arrangement. Flexible work from home options available.