Senior R&D Engineer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £45000 – £55000/annum Excellent bonus and additional benef
Main Purpose of Role
To provide effective senior leadership and technical support during the product design and process development of the Company's structural heart product pipeline.
To support quality and regulatory compliance in accordance with ISO 13485 in all aspects of work undertaken.
Main Responsibilities:
Product, component and tooling design utilising mathematical processes and CAD in a transparent, methodical and well-documented manner in line with design inputs
Excellent hands-on technical manufacturing ability with a focus on prototype product, components and process equipment
Responsible for planning and execution of DoE trials to drive progress
Provide effective senior leadership within RUA's Structural Heart product developments
Ownership of project milestones
Develop and execute mechanical / physical bench performance testing of prototypes/ components, in line with appropriate standards when necessary
Delegate for the Director when required
Identify, assess and liaise with technical contractors regarding specifications, designs , prototyping, testing and general product & process development needs
Implement design for manufacture principles into product and process design activities
Devise methods for effective data capture and trending to ensure effective direction and progress
Proactive multi-departmental collaboration
Support design or process transfer when appropriate
Generation of fit for purpose quality documentation to support design control and the QMS
Perform other duties as required to support both personal and team professional development
Additional Responsibilities:
Ensure conduct is in accordance with RUA's five values – innovation, agility, integrity, quality and collaboration.
Participation in the management of company Health & Safety initiatives including e.g., risk assessments, COSHH, job hazard analysis, PPE management.
Knowledge and experience required
Essential
Experienced in design & physical product development preferably in the medical device industry
Experienced in manufacturing process development and knowledgeable in DfM
Proficient in CAD & mathematical theory
Experienced in methodical investigation of complex systems consisting of numerous variables using techniques such as DoE
Experienced in working within ISO 13485 environments, including solid understanding of design control, verification & validation
Excellent team player / collaborator
Excellent communicator across all media
Excellent organisational skills
First class problem solving abilities and attention to detail
Desirable
Knowledge and experience in Heart Valve design and development
Knowledge and experience in medical textile design & processes
Knowledgeable of FEA theory
Lean/six sigma expertise
Project Management
Risk Management and FMEA experience
Qualifications
Degree in an engineering discipline or relevant on the job experience
Escape Recruitment are appointed recruiters for RUA Medical and third party, direct or speculative applications / CVs will be forwarded to Escape for consideration
More Information
- Address Irvine, North Ayrshire
