Penumbra, Inc.

Healthcare

Sr.R&DEngineer

$130–193k Alameda, California, United States External
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Sr. R&D Engineer at Penumbra, Inc.. Design, prototype, and develop new medical devices. Manage projects as a project leader”

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Creative problem-solving; Technical design problems; Troubleshoot problems; Assess root cause; Corrective action

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness and ability to work on site, Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds, Must be able to move between buildings and floors, Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer for an extensive period, Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets, Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related discipline preferred), 5+ years of experience in R&D Engineering or Product Development within the medical device industry, Experience solving hands-on and multi-disciplinary technical design problems, A portfolio demonstrating engineering acumen and mechanical intuition, Refined soft skills that allow you to lead up and lead down with or without a formal reporting structure, The ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and compelling manner, both in writing and orally

Nice to Have

Advanced degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related discipline), Experience with endovascular, electromechanical, and/or implantable devices

What You'll Do.

and develop new medical devices

Manage projects as a project leader

Create comprehensive documentation packages

Document research and development process

Execute testing and document results

Interpret and communicate test results

Integrate new technologies into products

technicians and assemblers

Evaluate prototypes against standards

Adhere to Quality Management System (QMS)

Adhere to quality system regulations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Manage projects within a multidisciplinary project team; Communicate complex issues clearly and compellingly; Communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels

Communication Scope

Communicate complex issues in a clear and compelling manner; Communicate complex issues in writing; Communicate complex issues orally

Process & Methodology

Manage projects as a project leader

Full Job Description

## Description General Summary As a Senior R&D Engineer, you will be charged with designing game-changing medical devices to address some of the world’s toughest disease states. You will apply creative problem-solving at all stages of the design process, from concept to commercialization, as you provide technical leadership in the design and development of new devices as well as changes to existing devices, processes, and equipment. This role requires strong independent judgment, technical depth, and the ability to conceptualize, develop, specify, test, and implement new designs.   Specific Duties and Responsibilities Design, prototype, and develop new medical devices and components. Manage projects as a project leader within a multidisciplinary project team. Create comprehensive documentation packages that contain CAD drawings, product specifications, risk analysis, test protocols, test reports, studies, work instructions, etc. Document research and development process through lab notebooks, engineering protocols, and engineering reports. Execute testing and document, interpret, and communicate test results. Identify, vet, and utilize vendors in the development of Penumbra products. Perform research and integrate new technologies into existing and future products. Train engineers, technicians and assemblers in new processes and methods. Evaluate prototypes against standards or specifications and troubleshoot problems to assess root cause and corrective action. Adhere to Penumbra’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to Penumbra. Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.   Position Qualifications Minimum education and experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or relat

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