Research and Development Engineer 1

The primary purpose of this position is to design, test and technically document the feasibility, construction and production process of new and/or changed medical products.

• Design new product ideas as assigned
• Build and test new product prototypes and document the final product design
• Assist in writing design and specification documentation for FDA application
• Initiate and oversee the preproduction run of new products
• Plan the ongoing production of the product
• Consult with production personnel for device changes/updates as necessary
• Maintain a design file for reach new product and turn that file over at product completion for permanent records
• Call vendors to assess raw materials
• Call on physicians to discuss product ideas and evaluations
• Attend various trade shows, source raw materials/attend exhibitions

• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization
• Must strictly adhere to safety requirements
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Must maintain company quality and quantity standards
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision
• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum four year degree in Engineering/Technology
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated
• Experience and understanding of the validation process
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Excellent written/verbal communication and problem solving skills

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Good manual dexterity

• Approximately 75% of the time is spent in the normal office environment requiring sitting and moving around the building, or in a "clean" environment production setting requiring protective clothing and safety glasses. Approximately 25% of the time is spent in travel to various hospitals, physicians offices and public places

**Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.  Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) of this employment position.**

“We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer for minorities, women, protected veterans, disabled individuals, and any other protected class.”

Cook will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state/province and local law.