Staff Engineer

VB Spine, LLC; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; 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, a leading spine medical devices company, is seeking a Staff Engineer in Leesburg, VA (or Allendale, NJ). You will design complex mechanical components for implants and instruments, lead major programs, and work with R&D, QA, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to advance product evolution and sustaining projects.

The role requires a BS in engineering (MS preferred), 4+ years of experience, and strong CAD/DFM capabilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 4+ years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Strong knowledge of DFM and materials used in medical devices.
• Proficiency in Creo or SolidWorks with GD&T and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Interface with surgeons and sales to gather input for design and evaluation of product enhancements.
• Develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs in surgical devices.
• Independently design, develop, modify, and verify mechanical components and subsystems.
• Lead large projects and collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Marketing teams.
• Prepare and review design histories, change controls, and regulatory documentation.
• Mentor team members on design controls, risk management, and DFMEA practices.

Skills

Creo

SolidWorks

GD&T

CAE tools

DFM

Design controls

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

GD&T

CAx tools

Job description

Staff Engineer

VB Spine Leesburg, Virginia, United States

About this position

Staff Engineer
Location: Leesburg, VA or Allendale, NJ

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 Staff Engineer in our R&D function within the Spine division, you’ll perform complex implant and instrument design work, lead large projects, and actively participate on multi-functional teams to advance sustaining projects for commercially available products — including product evolution, regulatory documentation updates, and supply chain continuity.

What You’ll Do:

• Interface with surgeons and sales representatives to gather input for design and evaluation of product enhancements and sustaining projects
• Utilize advanced knowledge of surgical procedures to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs
• Independently design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify mechanical components and subsystems for medical devices
• Lead large projects and actively participate on cross-functional design teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management)
• Participate in and lead design reviews as applicable
• Lead creation and refinement of engineering documentation, including Design History Files, Change Control, Nonconformance & CAPA records, and Regulatory Technical documentation
• Translate user needs into design inputs and specifications and produce complex system-level designs
• Conduct advanced prototyping and testing; develop fixtures for verification testing as needed
• Analyze and correct complex product design issues using independent judgment
• Support Voice of Customer sessions internally and with clinicians
• Prepare and review information for invention disclosures and patent applications
• Mentor others on industry standards, design requirements, test strategies, design controls, risk management, and change control per the Quality Management System
• Identify and support improvements to procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology
• Apply knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Deliver high-quality results while collaborating across teams to achieve business objectives

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• 4+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong technical ability to develop and optimize designs for mechanical assemblies incorporating DFM principles
• High proficiency with parametric CAD packages (Creo or SolidWorks preferred) and strong skills in creating engineering drawings, models, GD&T, and CAE tools
• Adept at applying knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to product design
• High level of experience and demonstrated proficiency with design controls within a regulated industry
• Moderate project management skills, including building timelines and budgets and monitoring progress
• Ability to communicate moderate-complexity plans and technical information clearly
• Ability to work with a low level of supervision while providing moderate strategic and tactical input
• Responsible for leading large projects

Why VB Spine?
We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high-performing R&D team where you’ll play a critical role in sustaining and evolving innovative spinal implants and instruments that improve patient lives.

Compensation:
Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 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