Patient Specific Design Engineer - Durham, United States - Conformis

    Conformis
    Conformis Durham, United States

    Found in: Talent US C2 - 1 week ago

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    Active - Regular Full time
    Description

    BACKGROUND

    restor3d enables surgeons to improve the reconstruction and repair of the human body through 3D printed metal implants and polymeric surgical instruments with enhanced anatomical fit and superior integrative properties. We leverage expertise and experience in 3D printing of key biomedical materials spanning a wide range of properties, seeking to improve medical device solutions.

    PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITIES

    Principal responsibilities for the position include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

  • Design Custom Orthopedic ImplantsAnalyze CT scan data and translate into 3D modelsProduce surgical simulations (resections, alignments, etc.)Design implants based on surgeon input and measurements with quick turnaround timesDesign implant trials, cutting guides, or other instrumentation needed for implant placement
  • Draft Project DocumentationProduce surgical guides with anatomy, implant variations, cutting guides, and trialsDetermine inspection criteria and mechanical strength analysisProduce accurate quality documentation relevant for each case
  • Design for ManufacturingWork closely with operations to ensure manufacturability of design workModify designs for printability based on the type of printer to be used(FDM, SLA, DLP, SLS)
  • Clinical RepresentativeAttend orthopedic cases and verbally assist in surgical process and custom device related surgical steps

    • EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in an engineering or equivalent discipline (mechanical, biomedical, etc.)

    • PREFERED EXPERIENCE

  • Extensive experience in 3D modeling (Solidworks, ProE, 3-matic, Fusion360, Rhino, etc.)
  • Independent worker willing to learn and develop necessary design, manufacturing, and software skills though guided training
  • Self-starter willing to take ownership of assigned cases
  • Ability to work flexible hours if needed

    • ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Understanding of human anatomy (through coursework or training)
  • Experience with design and manufacturing of medical implants (ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820)
  • Experience working under a quality management system for medical devices or other regulated design fields
  • Orthopedic implant design and development experience
  • Experience with custom order engineering
  • Experience with 3D printing

    • restor3d is an equal opportunity employer