R&D Engineer

R&D Engineer

Location: Galway 

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 40 hours

J&J MedTech Neurovascular a Johnson & Johnson company is recruiting for a  Research and Development Engineer (12 month contract) located in Galway Ireland. The R&D Engineer is responsible for developing and delivering complex acute  ischaemic stroke projects with significant technical challenges. Responsible for  various aspects of the projects, including process development, design development,  implementation of new equipment/automation and new product introduction. 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Generate device concepts within the project team to address product  performance criteria. 

• Develop test models for prototype performance evaluations. 

• Build and test prototypes; analyse test data and interpret to identify optimal  solutions to technical challenges.  

• Create detailed component and finished device assembly drawings/specifications using SolidWorks. 

• Identify and select product materials, assembly methods and define process  settings. 

• Contribute to the project team to deliver key objectives, meeting  performance, time and cost targets. 

• Leverage and liaise with external vendors / resources to achieve project  goals. 

• Write procedures, protocols, specifications, and reports. 

• Understand physician (user) techniques and clinical needs (disease state)  and assist in developing product training materials. 

• Other duties as assigned or required.

How to Succeed

• A Level 8 Bachelors degree in Engineering or a similar discipline

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in all stages of medical device design and  development (including design with SolidWorks, prototyping, testing).

• Data review and statistical methods skills (Minitab). 

• High level of technical writing and reporting skills. 

• Strong work ethic, creative problem solving, capable of working on own  initiative. 

• A strategic team-player, with deep-rooted initiative and accountability. 

• Inherent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

• Specific experience in Medical Devices, cardiovascular or neurovascular  implants or instruments.

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.

about Cerenovus

Cerenovus is part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech and an emerging leader in neurovascular care. Our commitment to changing the trajectory of stroke is inspired by our long heritage and dedication to helping physicians protect people from a lifetime of hardship. At Cerenovus we offer a broad portfolio of devices used in the endovascular treatment of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Cerenovus. 

https://www.jnjmedtech.com/en-US/companies/cerenovus

Application Process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, LTD & Umbrella options are available.

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We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.