Research & Development Engineer

Responsibilities:

The missions of the Junior Research & Development Engineer are as follows:

• New Product Design/Evolution of Existing Products:

• Create raw material specifications (KRM and Raw material document)

• Support on R&D studies (sample request, raw material purchases, production, aging, transport)

• Consolidation of the data with close contact with the different departments

• Analyze technical information to document evidence of product safety and performances

• Participates in the drafting of design files.

• Existing Product Change:

• As a participant carries out the actions that are the responsibility of the R&D department (product performance demonstration, etc.).

• Maintenance of existing products:

• Update design files and activities under the responsibility of the R&D department.

• Participate in the investigation of problems related to customer or supplier complaints.

Level of responsibility and decision-making latitude:

• The Research & Development Engineer:

• Act on the basis of the objectives set by his manager and the reference framework of his profession (procedures, standards of the profession, etc.).

• Organize work independently. Is a source of proposals to optimize its work processes. Contributes through analyses and reasoned proposals to the decision-making of its managers on subjects with significant stakes.

• Report on work on a regular basis (weekly to monthly). Its activity is evaluated according to the achievement of the objectives set and compliance with procedures. Its main deliverables are validated by its manager.

R&D activities are performed in compliance with Peters Surgical/AMS France QMS.

Qualification:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineer or Doctor in the field of chemistry and/or mechanics, materials, biology
• Working experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in Research & Development, Product Development, or related fields or a medical device company is a plus

Specific skill/knowledge:

• Minimum desired language level: Advanced (C1 or equivalent) in both written and spoken
• Normative and regulatory knowledge (if applicable): ISO13485, MDR 2017/745, 21 CFR part 820

General knowledge:

• Interpersonal skills: initiative and autonomy, versatility, ability to manage time and priorities, rigor and sense of responsibility, team spirit, openness to others, professional ethics, creativity, curiosity and continuous learning.
• Know-how: Technical expertise in one or more areas of the company's activity (mechanics, chemistry, etc.), project management, ability to evolve in an international environment, ability to analyze and synthesize scientific and technical information, mastery of the office pack