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R&D Engineer I

· Brooklyn Park, MN,today
$73k – $95kfrom the posting

BS-level Product Development roles on Crosslinked list a median of $123k (261 that show pay).

Build balloon catheter prototypes and tooling, write manufacturing procedures and test methods under ISO 13485 design controls.

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Why it is interesting. Ground-floor role in a newly launched Balloon Department with end-to-end ownership of small projects

Might not be for you. Polymer knowledge is only preferred; work is mostly design, documentation and device prototyping rather than materials science

Bench and deskGeneralist First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials role:Builds balloon prototypes and balloon tooling for medical device customers; 'Baseline knowledge of polymers is preferred'

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
1–3 yrs
Industry
Medical devices
Role
Product Development

Role details

Description:

Summary

The R&D Engineer I is critical to support the growth of our newly launched Balloon Department. This engineer must be a self-starter who is eager to learn and take initiative to help accelerate the growth of the Balloon Department. In this role, the engineer will work closely with other engineers, technicians and operators in other departments to complete challenging projects with tight timelines and budgetary constraints.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but are not limited to):

  • Independently execute small projects end to end. This includes design/drafting, manufacturing/assembly, process documentation, testing and report writing
  • Communicate technical reasoning clearly and back it with data.
  • Surface technical issues promptly and help address them.
  • Build balloon prototypes for customers in early feasibility stages of projects.
  • Author Manufacturing Procedures, Test Methods, Batch Records, and Technical Reports that hold up to customer and quality scrutiny.
  • Design and support manufacturing of tooling. Primarily balloon tooling.
  • Work within and follow design controls compliant to ISO 13485.

Requirements:

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or other relevant technical field). Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
  • 1-3 years of engineering experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in any CAD software.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Products.
  • Experience with technical and quality documentation under ISO 13485.
  • Baseline knowledge of polymers is preferred.

Summary of Benefits

  • Group health & welfare benefits: Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Health Savings Account (requires participation in eligible medical plan) and supplemental benefits such as, Short Term Disability (STD), Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance.
  • Company-paid benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

Compensation

  • The typical base pay range for this role is between $72,500-95,000/year. Actual compensation will be based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the R&D Engineer I role at this employer?

The listed annual base salary range is $73K–$95K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the R&D Engineer I role at this employer based?

This role is based in Brooklyn Park, MN.

What degree is required for the R&D Engineer I role at this employer?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

How many years of experience does this R&D Engineer I role require?

The posting calls for 1–3 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this R&D Engineer I role work with?

polymers.