Engineer II - Biomechanical Research Testing

Requisition ID:                       65281                          Title: Engineer II - Biomechanical Research Testing

 

 

 

 

 

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for an Engineer II to support Biomechanical Research Testing. This individual will be responsible for leading, conducting, and coordinating biomechanical research studies and product testing in a laboratory setting and report findings. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

               

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and perform biomechanical research studies to support product testing needs, including feasibility, product verification, regulatory submission, and post-market analysis.
• Design and perform research to facilitate evaluation of new technologies and design concepts.
• Participate in writing, preparation and submission process of scientific articles.
• Perform mechanical testing studies by preparing test samples, data collection, record keeping, and statistical analysis.
• Prepare technical reports and disseminate information to facilitate product related business decision making.
• Perform preventative maintenance and regular calibrations on laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Operate a variety of materials testing machines, gauges, and software to obtain requested testing results.
• Maintain and update records of work performed to contribute to team and personal metrics.
• Minimal travel and some flexibility of work hours may be required, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Must comply with all laboratory safety instructions and wear PPE as appropriate for various activities.

 

Knowledge:                            

• Able to operate a variety of mechanical testing machines and collect testing data                   
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy                 
• Familiar with orthopedic implants and surgical techniques
• Familiar with ASTM testing standards
• Able to use multiple software platforms for data analysis, statistics, and CAD

 

• Skills:                        
• Able to recognize abnormal testing results and identify the source.                     
• Proficient in mechanical testing equipment and methods.                    
• Able to identify anatomical landmarks during dissections.              
• Accurate record keeping and applies Good Document Practices.
• Able to train new employees.  
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment.  

                     

Education / Experience:           

• Minimum 2 years experience in a biomechanical laboratory and Bachelors degree in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• OR Minimum 1 years experience in a biomechanical laboratory and a Masters in a relevant field.
• OR  PhD in a relevant field.

 

Incidental Duties:

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

 

Language and Communication Skills:

• Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.  Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

 

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable indivi