Sr. Development Engineer - PRO

VB Spine, LLC; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Ongoing training and development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

VB Spine in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Senior Development Engineer – PRO Team to drive the design and development of patient-specific implants and instruments. You will engage surgeons, collaborate across R&D, QA, regulatory, and marketing to translate feedback into design inputs and ensure robust product launches.

You will contribute to verification/validation, DHF documentation, and manufacturing transfer while applying design controls and risk management in a fast-paced, growth-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• 2+ years of experience; medical device industry preferred.
• Experience with spinal implants, surgical instruments, or other mechanical systems preferred.
• Experience developing products within a regulated industry preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or Creo preferred).
• Working knowledge of FDA medical device design controls, risk management, and product development processes (ISO 14971, IEC 60601, ISO 13485).
• Experience developing and documenting design requirements, verification plans, protocols, and reports.
• Experience designing components and assemblies for manufacturability using traditional manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, bench testing, and design verification activities.
• Experience working in cross-functional product development teams.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Interface with surgeons to gather input for product designs, evaluate concepts, and translate customer feedback into design requirements.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management to ensure successful product development and launch.
• Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components and subsystems for medical devices.
• Interpret customer needs and translate them into design inputs and product specifications.
• Develop and execute engineering activities in accordance with design control procedures and QMS requirements.
• Prepare and submit DHF documentation for approvals.
• Develop verification and validation strategies and execute testing to demonstrate compliance with design requirements.
• Participate in cadaver labs to evaluate product performance and usability.
• Develop prototypes and work with suppliers to evaluate designs.
• Prepare and review technical information supporting invention disclosures and patent applications.
• Present technical work and recommendations during cross-functional meetings.
• Support transfer of products into manufacturing and commercialization activities.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to solve technical problems of moderate complexity.

Skills

CAD software

Mechanical design

Cross-functional teamwork

Documentation & reports

Verbal written communication

Education

BS in Mechanical/Biomedical Eng

MS preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Senior Development Engineer – PRO Team
Location: Leesburg, VA (Up to 15% Travel Required)

Company: VB Spine

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At VB Spine, you’ll be part of a mission-focused team that supports surgeons during life-changing spinal procedures. We’re the largest privately held spine company and among the largest family-owned medical technology companies in the world, dedicated to innovation, surgeon partnerships, and improving patient outcomes in spine care. As a Senior Development Engineer – PRO Team in our R&D function within the Spine division, you’ll focus on special instruments and patient-specific implant product development — actively participating on cross-functional teams to advance new PRO projects through all phases of the design and development process.

What You’ll Do:

• Interface with surgeons to gather input for product designs, evaluate concepts, and translate customer feedback into design requirements
• Collaborate effectively with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management to ensure successful product development and launch
• Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components and subsystems for medical devices
• Interpret customer needs and translate them into design inputs and product specifications
• Develop and execute engineering activities in accordance with design control procedures and QMS requirements
• Prepare and submit original or revised Design History File (DHF) documentation for approvals
• Develop verification and validation strategies and execute testing to demonstrate compliance with design requirements
• Participate in and support cadaver labs to evaluate product performance and usability
• Develop prototypes and work closely with suppliers to evaluate designs
• Prepare and review technical information supporting invention disclosures and patent applications
• Present technical work and recommendations during cross-functional team meetings
• Support transfer of products into manufacturing and commercialization activities
• Apply sound engineering judgment to solve technical problems of moderate complexity

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
• 2+ years of experience required; medical device industry preferred
• Experience with spinal implants, surgical instruments, or other mechanical systems preferred
• Experience developing products within a regulated industry preferred
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or Creo preferred)
• Working knowledge of FDA medical device design controls, risk management, and product development processes (ISO 14971, IEC 60601, ISO 13485)
• Experience developing and documenting design requirements, verification plans, protocols, and reports
• Experience designing components and assemblies for manufacturability using traditional manufacturing processes
• Experience supporting prototype builds, bench testing, and design verification activities
• Experience working in cross-functional product development teams
• Ability to read, interpret, and create complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

Why VB Spine?
We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high-performing R&D team focused on patient-specific and special instrument solutions that enable personalized spinal care and improve patient outcomes.

Compensation:
Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 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 expertise, 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