Principal Senior R&D Engineer

Edwards Lifesciences BMEYE
Edwards Lifesciences BMEYE BV, located in Amsterdam, has a track record in the development of innovative non-invasive monitoring technologies, which have been incorporated in medical devices sold worldwide. Edwards Lifesciences BMEYE’s mission is to improve patient care by offering reliable non-invasive alternatives for invasive hemodynamic monitoring methods.
The company is looking for a Principal Senior R&D engineer.

Main purpose of the Job
Participate in the development of a new sensors for the patient monitors of Edwards Lifesciences.

Key Performance area
Generate design concepts and prototype builds.
Participate in pre-clinical evaluations.
Interaction with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to determine their needs/wants
Transfer of the concept design to the Engineering team.
Develop, maintain and execute R&D project plans and coordinate cross functional team developmental activities in support of company's strategic plan
Develop test methods and procedures to evaluate device prototype performances
Conduct engineering reviews utilizing existing test protocols, or develop new ones as needed and generate related written reports
Maintain accurate documentation of concepts, designs, drawings, and processes
Maintain current knowledge of competitive technologies in addition to medical, technical, and biomedical developments related to company products
Assign work to technicians and temporary workers on a needs basis

The professional requirements
The Senior Engineer has ideally a couple years of relevant engineering experience that includes exposure to design of experiments, specification development, and prototyping.
Experience in the medical device or other highly regulated industry is desired
Experience with 3D modeling (Pro Engineer, Solidwords and/or AutoCAD) is an added value

Personal Skills
Perseverance and results driven with a sense of urgency
Eagerness to get understanding of other relevant disciplines
Proactive, able to deliver result on time
Hands-on mentality, creative in finding solutions
Be able to work independently as well as in a team
Good English language skills

Terms
Edwards Lifesciences BMEYE offers you a competitive remuneration package which reflects the market condition in the Netherlands and the levels of skills and experience they need to remain at the forefront of their science of heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring industry.
The company encourages you to explore your potential whatever your needs and ambitions. They are committed to providing the training and development you need to reach your own personal goals within the constraints of mutual benefit. They offer you the opportunity to grow in your technical knowledge.

Information
For additional information about this job, please contact Erik Maresch telephone +31 6 54 39 34 33
To apply, send your CV to: erik.maresch@cubicc.nl