Global R&D - Technology
Hardwear NPI Technology and Hip
Raynham, US
The purpose
The key purpose of the Development Engineer role is developing NPI (New Product Introduction) medical technology devices, hardware and instrumentation for the hip and knee implants. The focus is on the development of robotic technologies integrated with the Corin Ecosystem. Additionally, the engineer will support already commercialized products by Corin Group through design optimization and maintenance.
The key responsibilities of the Development Engineer
- Create the necessary design documentation to current SOP’s and design procedures.
- Make structural calculations, perform tolerance stack analysis and assess CAD assembly.
- Validate and verify to support the development process.
- Create and maintain design and manufacturing documentation for robotic technologies, instrumentation and hardware
- Create and maintain 3D and 2D CAD drawings and models for design and manufacturing use.
- Manage specific design projects as and when required, to budgets and plans.
- Lead and participate in project core teams, liaising with QA, RA, Clinical, R&D, Manufacturing, and Production Engineering as part of CAPA, continuous improvement, and optimization projects.
- Critical review and updating of Design History File (DHF) and risk management documentation.
- Provide design and process support to Corin departments, sub-contractors, and customers.
- Produce test protocols and reports to support performance testing of Corin instruments and implant devices.
- Adhere to Quality Management System (QMS) requirements in line with Corin’s ISO13485 QMS & Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) FDA21 CFR Part 820
- Ensure that process & timeline requirements for Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA) are met following Corin’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support of Corin’s Global Objectives for CAPA
The ideal Development Engineer will have/be
- An advanced Apprenticeship or University degree in relevant subjects such as Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Product Design, or equivalent experience.
- A competent CAD operator, with experience with Siemens NX and/or SolidWorks would be an advantage.
- Computer literacy.
- Good communication skills
- Previous work experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inspection methodology.
- Knowledge of the CAPA process and associated problem-solving techniques.
The pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Corin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Skills Required
- Advanced apprenticeship, university degree, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field
- Competence with CAD software
- Experience with Siemens NX and/or SolidWorks
- Computer literacy
- Good communication skills
- Previous work experience in a regulated industry
- Previous experience in the medical device industry
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inspection methodology
- Knowledge of CAPA processes and associated problem-solving techniques
What We Do
As a leader in orthopaedic innovation, Corin has pioneered a number of landmark developments since its foundation and is proud to have been able to improve the quality of life of thousands of patients around the world through these groundbreaking products. The company’s talented and dedicated teams share a common commitment to deliver quality orthopaedic products and services to patients, surgeons and healthcare providers which exceed expectations and positively impact lives. With an increasingly active and demanding patient population, the need to provide state of the art conservative treatment pathways, in addition to more traditional interventions, has never been more important. Corin’s product portfolio is designed to provide each patient with the optimal solution, utilising some of the most advanced technologies available in the world to enhance implant longevity and performance.
