The primary purpose of the Research and Development Engineer at Cook Polymer Technology is responsible for designing and developing components for medical devices. The Research and Development Engineer initiate and oversee projects for components from preliminary concepts to release of product and must have hands-on experience in polymer characterization and plastics. Responsible for meeting customer specifications throughout the development and design of product(s) and processes.
Responsibilities• Researching and solving tehcnical issues• Design and developming material, product and processes specifications. • Document the final product design• Assist in writing design and specification documentation for FDA application• Initiate and oversee the pre-production run of new products• Plan the ongoing production of the product• Consult with Production personnel for device changes/updates as necessary• Maintain a design file for each new product and turn that file over at product completion for permanent records• Communicating project with customers.
Qualifications-Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology is required.
-2-5 year's work experience in product and process development.
-Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated.-General Engineering Principles.
-Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Software.
-Project Management and Problem Solving.
-Knowledge of polymers.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Approximately 75% of the time is spent in a normal office environment requiring sitting and moving around the building, or in a "clean" environment Production setting requiring protective clothing and safety glasses
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel objects.
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