Staff Optical Engineer, R&D

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical technology is seeking a Staff Optical Engineer for R&D. The role involves designing and manufacturing medical devices, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will excel in problem-solving and communication, using tools like SolidWorks to create innovative solutions. Join us to contribute to impactful healthcare products!

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and manufacturing medical devices.
• Proficiency in creating 3-D designs and detailed 2-D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support design and manufacture of medical devices.
• Work in cross-functional teams to develop system requirements.
• Evaluate design options and develop prototypes.

Skills

Design

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

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Support the design and manufacture of medical devices, including creating 3-D designs using software such as SolidWorks, generating detailed 2-D drawings, writing engineering requirements, developing test methods, designing test fixtures, supporting product manufacturing, and solving issues through design, development, design transfer launch, and post-market phases. Collaborate closely with R&D, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to develop new products and manufacturing processes, ensuring a smooth transfer to Manufacturing Engineering and Production for launch and ongoing support.

Job duties include:

• Working in cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and develop system requirements, specifications, designs, and drawings.
• Translating abstract ideas into design solutions using sketches, 3D models, mock-ups, and prototypes.
• Communicating technical concepts effectively to non-technical team members.
• Developing test plans, protocols, and reports for verification and validation.
• Designing robust and manufacturable solutions.
• Evaluating different design options to determine the best solution.
• Developing and testing prototypes during product development.
• Managing revision-controlled designs and documentation.
• Supporting the transfer of designs from R&D to manufacturing.
• Training technicians in assembly and testing of mechanical systems.
• Maintaining vendor relationships and assisting with manufacturing challenges.
• Supporting post-market activities like complaint investigations and product training.
• Ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and quality systems, demonstrating ethics and integrity.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.