Penumbra, Inc.

Healthcare

Sr.R&DEngineer

$130–193k Alameda, California, United States External
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

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