Sr. Engineer – Disposables R&D, NPD (hybrid)

Vantive; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off 20–35 days

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

3 onsite days per week policy

Job summary

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company focused on extending lives through digital solutions and advanced services. The role supports new disposable medical device development within global cross-functional teams.

You will translate user needs into product requirements, perform risk-based problem solving, develop test methods, and maintain design history files while adhering to FDA/ISO standards. A hands-on engineer with CAD skills and DFSS training will thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Plastics, Biomedical Eng or related field; MS preferred.
• 3–5+ years in Class II/III disposables product development.
• DFSS training or certification preferred.
• Experience with stage/gate NPD processes.
• Knowledge of plastics materials and processing (injection, extrusion, welding).
• CAD and PDM software knowledge (Creo/SolidWorks).
• FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485 knowledge.
• ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971 awareness in risk management.
• Initiative and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient reading/writing English.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead projects with global cross-functional teams for disposable products.
• Develop user needs and translate to product requirements.
• Investigate and solve engineering problems using risk-based approaches and tools (dFMEA, HF, CAD).
• Create and maintain design history files: protocols, reports, specs, labeling, drawings.
• Develop and execute test method validations and product testing activities.
• Build prototypes and operate basic tooling and fixtures; assist assembly tooling.
• Adhere to design controls, safety rules, and FDA/ISO guidance.

Skills

Medical device development

Cross-functional collaboration

DFSS training or certification

Stage/gate NPD process

English reading/writing

Problem solving in risk-based context

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Plastics/Biomedical Eng

MS preferred

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

PDM software

Job description

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your Role

Supports new product development initiatives for disposable medical devices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support or lead projects, with global cross-functional teams, for the development of new disposable products or product extensions.
• Develop user needs and translate them into product requirements.
• Identify, investigate, and solve engineering problems utilizing risk-based and customer focused approaches and engineering tools. (e.g. dFMEA, Human Factors Engineering, statistical software, CAD).
• Create, modify, and maintain design history file documentation including protocols, reports, design specifications, labeling, and design drawings.
• Develop and execute test method validations, product testing, and verification / validation activities.
• Build prototypes and models. May operate machine tools, design and build basic tooling, test fixtures and assembly equipment.
• Adhere to design control procedures, general safety rules, company policies and procedures, FDA and international regulations and guidance.

What You’ll Bring

• BS in Mechanical, Plastics, Biomedical Engineering or a related field, MS preferred.
• 3 – 5+ years of related experience in Class II or Class III disposables medical product development.
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) training or certification preferred
• Operating within a stage/gate based new product development process.
• Working knowledge of plastics materials and processing such as injection molding, extrusion, ultrasonic welding, UV/solvent bonding, and sterilization.
• Working knowledge of CAD and PDM enterprise software (e.g. Creo, Solidworks).
• Working knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems.
• Working knowledge of ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971 Medical Devices - Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices.
• Takes initiative with a high aptitude for learning, innovation, and implementing best practices and continuous improvements.
• Strong collaboration, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organized, and able to independently manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English

Vantive is committed to supporting the need for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 to $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

US Benefits At Vantive

• This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (“Aon PEP”), Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future.
• The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently.
• The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.
• Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.
• For additional information regarding Vantive’s US Benefits.

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