Zimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a
heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the
quality of life for people around the world.
The Development Sr Engineer I is responsible for the design, development, and processing of implants and instruments. Work is expected to encompass both the development of new products and maintenance of existing products. Position will lead small scope project as a project leader or portions of larger scope project as a core team member. Position may be required to provide on-the-job training to new engineers. Individual will work directly with surgeons and sales representatives externally along with cross-functional team members internally during the course of project work. Role will also involve cross-training on additional engineering responsibilities within the team.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Leads the development of new products and manufacturing processes.
Identifies all tasks required to complete project assignments according to Design Control procedures.
Prepares work plans outlining estimated manpower requirements and development costs.
Recommends project budget and schedule to carry out programs on a timely basis.
Designs for manufacturability, inspectability and optimum cost
Participates in root cause analysis for problem solving
Contributes to generation of a comprehensive protocol for testing/analyzing the product
Coordinating product evaluation with surgeon
Prepares definitive new product specifications or modifies existing specifications
Generates or updates design control documentation for the product
Completes design verification and validation activities on new or existing designs
Completes stress analysis on new or existing designs
Interaction directly with surgeons and sales representatives during the course of project work
Establish and maintain patient matched implant design process
Expected Areas of Competence
Full working knowledge of and moderate level of experience with new product development
Demonstrated ability to methodically investigate, determine appropriate solution and resolve problems using current technology
Ability to develop project schedule and assess cross functional team’s progress on assignments relative to project schedule
Ability to process customer complaints, engineering changes and nonconforming product, and make recommendations based upon business principles
Professional, concise, tactful and sensitive in communications.
Accomplishes objectives when communicating with internal personnel, and external customers and vendors.
Working knowledge of drafting standards and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Assures preproduction quality requirements are met
Microsoft Office Suite and Project
Must be able to work with all levels of employees, including hourly production employees through senior management.
Must have a thorough knowledge of ISO, QSR and other relevant FDA requirements as applied to medical device development, manufacturing and quality.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation skills and the demonstrated ability to communicate with individuals of varying backgrounds.
Understanding of basic Craniomaxillofacial anatomy and medical spatial orientation terminology preferred
Strong organizational skills
Strong mechanical aptitude
Strong mechanical testing skills (MTS or Instron test experience preferred)
Team-oriented
3D modeling and print creation (SolidEdge ST4, NX, 3-matic, or freeform experience a plus)
Education/Experience Requirements
A minimum of B.S. degree from an ABET accredited school (or global equivalent) in one of the following engineering disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering Technology, Bioengineering Technology, Aerospace Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering.
Medical Device industry experience, particularly Orthopaedic industry experience preferred.
Travel Requirements
Up to 15%
Additional Information
EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to
creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.