Research And Development Engineer

I am keen to speak with R&D Engineers who have experience in Hydrophilic Coating Technologies, Materials Science and Surface Chemistry.

This position will focus on the Design and Development of Medical Device Products, and we need someone who can bring a knowledge of and experience in Material Selection.

You would preferably be coming from the Medical Device Industry, but I am willing to consider a range of other comparable industries.

You must be either based in County Mayo or be within commuting distance to my clients’ facilities.A relocation package (€) is available for Engineers based on the Island of Ireland, in the UK or EU who need assistance in moving.

This is a Senior Engineer Level (€70k) role working in Design Controls and Material Selection, but I am willing to hire on Engineer Level as well (€50k - €60k).

As well as offering a competitive package (€) my client has an award-winning culture and at ISS Ltd (Recruitment Agency) we are offering a Signing Bonus (€) – APPLY TODAY

R&D Engineer / Research & Development / Improve Current Product Design / NPD / Design Controls / Material Science Engineer / Hydrophilic Coated Products / Polymer Science / Medical Device / Mayo / Ireland

You must be an Irish, UK or EU Citizen to apply for this position.

Job Title: Senior R&D Engineer (Medical Device)

Location: Co. Mayo

Package:

• Full Time / Permanent (Min. 4-Days / Week On-Site)
• €60k - €70K Basic (€55k - €60k Engineer Level, Min 2 Years Experience)
• Plus Annual Bonus (7.5%)
• Health Insurance (VHI)
• Pension
• Parking
• Canteen
• Paid Annual Leave
• Signing Bonus (€)
• Relocation Package (€)

Role:

The R&D Engineer is expected to help drive the development and integration of new materials, processes or technologies into new products and processes. You will have a good understanding of medical device design controls, be capable of participating in cross-functional teams and interfacing with colleagues at all levels within the organization while effectively delivering solutions which benefit our customers.

Duties:

• Providing technical support to NPD, Global Marketing, Engineering and Manufacturing
• Leading or supporting project teams to select and demonstrate the feasibility of alternative materials, processes or technologies for new and existing products
• Preparation of technical documentation in accordance with regulatory and design control requirements and with the company's development processes
• Working with cross functional partners to gather stakeholders input and develop plans to ensure requirements are assessed and met by proposed technical solutions
• Developing protocols and experimental test plans and managing the product build, transportation and storage as well as the execution of testing
• Conducting statistical analysis of data and developing detailed reports documenting results, conclusions and recommendations
• Representing the Research & Development function on cross-functional teams throughout the New Product Commercialization process

Company: An established Multinational with Manufacturing and R&D facilities on-site in Ireland. Manufacturing a range of disposable Medical Device Products used across the Healthcare Sector.

Experience:

• Third Level Degree (Hon) in Materials / Polymer Science / Mechanical / Biomedical Engineering
• 5 Years commercial experience in a R&D role
• Will consider Talent with 2-3 Years experience for Engineer Level
• An understanding of hydrophilic coatings and related technologies

Skills Matrix:

• Attention to detail and good understanding of design controls and associated documentation
• A demonstrated track-record of being part of successful cross-functional technical teams
• Innovative / Creative Thinker; must have a demonstrated ability to conduct exploration of subject areas for novel concepts and approaches
• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects including directing the work of others
• Good team working skills and a high level of enthusiasm and motivation
• Good working knowledge of medical device quality & regulatory systems and medical device directives
• Experience of hydrophilic coating technologies, materials science and surface chemistry

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, follow the links below and send me your CV.

Key Words: R&D Engineer / Research & Development / Improve Current Product Design / NPD / Design Controls / Material Science Engineer / Hydrophilic Coated Products / Polymer Science / Medical Device / Mayo / Ireland

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