Research and Development Engineer

Advantage Technical is currently seeking a Research and Development Engineer for an onsite position in the Minneapolis, MN area. This role is integral to the new product development initiatives and offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic R&D team comprising approximately 10 cross-functional professionals.

This is a key role in an R&D initiative that supports the early-phase development of a long-term strategic project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of embolic coil devices, ensuring performance, safety, and compliance with industry regulations.
• Apply advanced mechanical engineering principles to create high-precision, minimally invasive therapeutic devices.
• Develop and execute comprehensive product development plans, including design iterations, prototyping, and preclinical testing.
• Design and manage the design of experiments (DOE) and validation protocols to support product feasibility and optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research and development, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, clinical, and marketing, to align product strategy with business objectives.
• Translate complex engineering data into clear presentations for clinical stakeholders, project managers, and executive leadership.
• Conduct design verification and validation testing in compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.
• Interface with interventional radiologists, neurovascular surgeons, and Cath Lab professionals to collect real-world insights and usability feedback.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and engineering technicians during various stages of development.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive products in embolization and vascular intervention.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering)
• Experience: 1+ years with MS ME or chemical engineering

Preferred Experience

• Medical device

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD & D Insurance

Pay | $42 per hour

Schedule | 8 AM - 4:30 PM

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With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

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