Design Engineer at Orthofix Medical in Carlsbad

Job description

Why Orthofix? Guided by our organizational values – Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together – we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people’s quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech. Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people’s lives? Look no further. JOB PURPOSE As a Design Engineer on our Product Development Team, you'll collaborate with other engineers and work cross-functionally with our Marketing, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to create and modify designs for spine implants and surgical instruments. This is a great way for you to leverage your engineering degree to gain experience in design feasibility, testing, engineering analysis, design control documentation, and design for manufacturing. You’ll have the opportunity to tackle projects where you can provide solutions to a variety of technical problems related to complex spine products that ultimately impact patients’ lives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties as tasks as needed and assigned. Create CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using Creo to modify/maintain existing spine implant products and support new device designs. Update and write documentation/design history files to support designs in accordance with Design Control and Risk Management procedures Work with Engineering Services team to generate and analyze test data and reports to verify that prototypes meet functional and performance specifications Collaborate with internal teams, design surgeons, and manufacturers to establish necessary design inputs, uphold project plans, and achieve project objectives. Work with suppliers and other vendors on technical issues, ensuring engineering designs and product standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process Participate in product validation cadaver labs with design surgeons and product marketing team Perform other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position. Education/Certifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities : 1-2 years in engineering CAD drafting and modeling, using Pro-E, Creo, SolidWorks, or similar Design experience with metals like stainless steel or titanium Ability to effectively communicate verbally and through written correspondence with all levels of peers and leadership at SeaSpine, surgeons, suppliers, etc. Proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel and PPT Ability to work creatively, prioritize, and accomplish team goals and initiatives amidst competing priorities Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail, and ability to problem solve and identify solutions in a high-growth and fast-pace environment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above. Education/Certifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities : Understanding of materials science Experience with developing test plans, protocols, and reports Experience in medical device PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to