Research And Development Engineer

Job Title: R&D Engineer II

Duration: 12 Months (Possible extension)

Location: Carlsbad, CA 92008

Onsite Role

Responsibilities:

• Develops products, materials, processes, and equipment for projects of moderate complexity.
• Contribute as a core team member on product development, sustaining engineering, and process improvement projects.
• Support product design activities, including concept development, design modifications, prototyping, and engineering documentation.
• Plan and execute engineering studies, experiments, and testing activities to support design and process decisions.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, protocols, reports, drawings, and design records.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to support product, fixture, tooling, and test equipment design activities as required.
• Design, procure, and coordinate fabrication of tooling, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Investigate technical issues related to product design, materials, manufacturing processes, and product performance.
• Analyse test results, identify trends, and formulate data-driven conclusions and recommendations.
• Support engineering change activities and implementation of design or process improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Marketing teams to achieve project objectives.
• Support development and maintenance of technical files, risk management documentation, and design history records.
• Plan and manage individual work activities to meet project milestones and deliverables.
• Provide technical support and guidance to technicians and other team members as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Product Development Process (PDP) and Technology/Product Development (TPD) systems through delivery of high-quality engineering outputs.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Product Design, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years' experience within the Medical Device Industry.
• Experience supporting product development, sustaining engineering, or manufacturing projects preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) is desirable.
• Ability to interpret and create technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Experience analyzing and presenting technical data.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals, design principles, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience within a regulated industry, particularly medical devices, is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Design Control, Risk Management, and Engineering Change processes is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.