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    Join VitalPath in New Hope as a R&D Engineer II
    About VitalPath

    VitalPath is a trusted partner in the catheter design and manufacturing of custom medical devices that save lives and restore patient health and vital function.

    We're excited about this important work and bring vital energy to our customer partnerships.

    In our growing organization it's important that we continue to offer a small-company, family-oriented environment with competitive pay and benefits.

    If you want to make a difference in people's lives and be a part of a friendly, fun place to work with people that value diversity, come join our team

    About the Position

    At VitalPath, the role of a Research and Development Engineer II is central to our mission of pioneering medical technology.

    Your expertise will be paramount in orchestrating the design and development of our customers' products and associated manufacturing processes.

    This role is tailored for those passionate about merging innovative design with practical application, ensuring our products not only meet but excel beyond our and our customers' design specifications and performance criteria.

    Responsibilities

    Innovative Product Design:
    Spearhead the development and verification of catheter designs, ensuring they meet rigorous medical standards and patient needs. Utilize advanced engineering principles to create effective, reliable, and innovative solutions.

    Design for Manufacture:
    Develop and refine the design to enable efficient product flow and high yields. This includes the selection and design of equipment, tooling, and fixture, to enhance catheter production and testing. Conduct DOE and Gage R&D, as appropriate to dial in the right process settings.

    Create Documentation:
    Generate details documentation, including work instructions, test methods, and visual guidelines, to standardize manufacturing processes.
    Collaborative Problem-solving: Work closely with a cross-functional team to identify root causes of product nonconformances. Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions, leveraging your expertise to troubleshoot and refine processes.

    Manufacturing Transition Support:
    Collaborate with quality and operations teams to ensure smooth transition of products to manufacturing. Provide critical Design for Manufacturing (DFM) input throughout the product development lifecycle to ensure products are optimized for manufacturing.

    Education and Training:

    Train and guide support staff in the proper execution of manufacturing processes and the use of specialized tooling and fixtures, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality standards.

    All other duties as required
    Requirements

    Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or other relevant Engineering required
    Minimum 3 years working in a catheter development and manufacturing environment, with a focus on product and process design
    Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills
    A working knowledge of minimally invasive medical device design, development, and manufacturing processes
    Understanding of process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) strategy
    Excellent working knowledge of GD&T and Solidworks
    Working knowledge of Minitab
    Experience with design controls, FDA regulation, GMP, GDP, and QMS requirements
    Must be able to work with a microscope and sit/stand for an extended period of time
    Must be able to lift 50 lbs
    Preferred Skills & Experience

    Working knowledge of Six Sigma
    Experience with lean manufacturing processes
    Experience in defining budgets and schedules for projects
    Understanding of machining principles and schedules for projects
    Benefits

    Comprehensive, Low Cost Health and Dental Insurance Plans Available
    Vision Insurance
    Health Savings Account with company contribution
    Short and Long Term Disability
    Supplemental insurances (short term disability, AD&D, life insurance, and more)
    Paid Time Off
    Paid Holidays
    401K with company match
    Competitive compensation
    Opportunities for career growth and advancement

    VitalPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

    VitalPath participates in E-Verify.
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