Senior R & D Engineer, Mechanical/Biomedical
$140,000–$160,000 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Drive the mechanical design and performance of the Stentrode, including lead body, electro-mechanical connections, and system interfaces. Define and refine mechanical and electrical performance to ensure long-term signal fidelity and reliability. Execute mechanical performance test methods including fatigue life, tensile pull, and deployment force. Collaborate with biocompatibility teams on material selection and ISO 10993 testing strategy. Partner with the IRTU team and clinical teams to ensure mechanical-electrical compatibility and incorporate procedural feedback into design. This senior technical contributor supports the Stentrode's development from concept through pivotal trials and manufacturing transfer. The role requires fluency in medical device design, neurovascular anatomy, and electro-mechanical integration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in design and development of endovascular or catheter-based medical devices
- Expertise in medical device design, including stent or implant geometry, and fatigue characterization
- Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent)
- Demonstrated ability to take implant systems from concept through design verification and into manufacturing transfer
Desired Qualifications
- Neuromodulation or cardiovascular pacing device experience (lead design and development)
- Experience with electrode or sensor integration on implantable platforms
- Experience supporting IDE or PMA regulatory submissions for Class III neurovascular devices
- Track record of close collaboration with interventionalists or neurosurgeons during iterative device development
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