Smith+Nephew · 2 hours ago
Senior R&D Engineer (Memphis, TN)
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
0+ years expSmith+Nephew is a company that designs and manufactures technology to enhance living. The Senior R&D Engineer will work in a cross-functional team to lead projects in the lifecycle of additive-manufactured orthopedic products, applying expertise in materials science and engineering.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Design and conduct AM research studies to support the business throughout the product lifecycle. Work with minimal guidance and within cross-functional teams to achieve milestones for research programs where key focus is additive manufacturing, materials research, and materials process development. Work in a cross-functional team and provide direction on materials testing (internal vs external) based on capacity and capability. Liaise with regulatory bodies for testing requirements. Comply with laboratory management system according to international (e.g., ISO 17025) and S&N standards
Write, present and review test reports, retrieval reports, research manuscripts, presentations, white papers, customer communication documents, and invention disclosures related to materials research, process development and AM. Liaise with the national as well as international regulatory bodies as needed. Use expertise to solve unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business using innovative solutions. Propose, initiate, co-ordinate and review appropriate internal or external studies that will satisfy internal and external testing requirements. Communicate test plans and results to senior management as needed. Interact with and present to internal or external experts, HCPs, etc
Maintain strong knowledge of the AM and Ortho industries, current technical developments, customer needs and business opportunities to match unmet needs with AM solutions. Prepare presentations and technical material needed for sales, marketing and medical education teams as needed
Comply with the laboratory management practices set-up by the management including S&N global health, safety and environment practices. Create work instructions for safe and effective use of equipment in the laboratory. Manage laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration with internal and external resources. Assist other members of the team to order laboratory consumables, assist in the management of budgets and write capital requests as needed
Perform administrative functions as necessary (objective setting, development plans, training, self-appraisal, etc.). Write technical reports and ensure maintenance of complete and accurate records for all controlled documentation. Other miscellaneous activities include attending meetings, submitting financial/travel requests, coordinating team activities, conducting tours and making presentations
Qualification
Required
In-depth knowledge of metal additive-manufacturing methods like laser powder bed fusion, e-beam powder bed fusion and/or binder jetting
In-depth knowledge of the relationship between materials processing, microstructure and properties
Experience characterizing materials via various methods (e.g., mechanical testing, metallography, microscopy, etc.)
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science or Ph.D. in Mechanical, Materials, or Biomedical Engineering, or another appropriate field
Must have good team and communication skills. Requires use of email, internet and Microsoft Office software
0 – 4 years hands-on experience
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
401k Matching Program
401k Plus Program
Discounted Stock Options
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
Paid Holidays
Flex Holidays
Paid Community Service Day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
Hands-On
Team-Customized
Mentorship
Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Company
Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Katerina Dodbiba
SVP, CFO Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine & ENT
Pierre Palassian
SVP, CFO Global Operations, Quality and Regulatory Affairs
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