Medical Devices – Senior Product / Process Development Engineer
Our client a medical device company who are developing a novel drug delivery system are currently seeking a Senior Engineer to join their team. to support product and process development activities from completion of concept feasibility to commercialisation. This is a great opportunity for an engineer looking to step into Senior Role from Engineer level
Role / Responsibilities :
- Development of Class III medical devices / processes, including the following o Drive product / process design and development to develop processes and supporting documentation for the neurological product portfolio
- Work on elements of product lifecycle from design verification through to commercialisation o Drive ongoing product and process improvements
- Development and validation of test and inspection methods (TMV / MSA) o Draft and execute equipment and process validation activities
- Applying lean principles, design / develop and introduce manufacturing processes for new products to meet the demands of productivity and quality (considering automation)
- To lead technical investigations and provide resolutions to a variety of technical problems with effective root cause analysis and implementation of effective corrective action
- Development of prototype devices based on outputs from the concept feasibility team
- Maintain high quality and compliance standards in line with the Renishaw QMS
- Generation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation (Manufacturing strategies, Process Flows, pFMEA, DMR, DHR)
- Support Production Builds for both Pre-Clinical and Clinical Trial including process verification activities after submission of clinical trial application.
- Maintain equipment in line with PM schedules
- Generation of IP
- Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are fulfilled
Skills / Experience :
Third level degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Eng or similar disciplineMin. 4 years experience in product / process development, ideally in Class II / III medical devicesDesign Skills involving 3D modellingExperience designing jigs and fixtures and developing automated processesKnowledge of materials and processing techniques (polymers, metals, ceramics), including rapid prototypingKnowledge of medical device quality & regulatory systems and medical device directive (ISO13485, MDD and FDA CFR 820).Experience of manufacturing processes within a clean-room environmentExperience of risk assessment, particularly pFMEAAttention to detail and Quality FocusStrong communication skills Although not essential, it is desirable if applicants have the following : Knowledge of anatomy and physiologyExperience of Lean manufacturing methodologies, DFM and 6-sigma desirableAbility to create new ideas and provide innovative solutions.For further information please contact [email protected] or call in confidence 086 0204322