Product Development Engineer I

LifeNet Health•Virginia Beach, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Every day, YOU help us to save lives, restore health, and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health, we cultivate growth, innovation, and collaboration, where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity. Together, we are united by a mission greater than ourselves, a purpose rooted in healing. ABOUT THIS JOB Location: Virginia Beach, VA (on-site) Department: Product Development & Engineering Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (ET) Clinical Status: Clinical HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT The Product Development Engineer I assists in the design, development and maintenance of allograft manufacturing processes including improvements to existing products and processes. Drafts and executes performance and qualification test plans in compliance with Quality and Regulatory standards for allografts and medical devices. Your work will have purpose every single day, contributing directly to life-changing outcomes. This person will be required to continuously sit, stand, and walk. They will be required to frequently lift (average 50 lbs) and carry items (5-10 feet). Additionally, this person will be required to pass a pre-employment health screening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and two (2) years of engineering experience in a medical device or similar regulated industry (e.g. Aerospace, Pharmaceutical) OR Master’s degree in Engineering
Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Project Management: Ability to manage project activities and meet deadlines as required including the use of appropriate quality and design control tools and methods.
Critical Thinking: Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Complex Problem Solving: Identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop solutions and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Data Analysis: Uses mathematics and engineering principles to solve problems and is knowledgeable of statistics and probability.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate multiple activities with a wide variety of disciplines within the company; open to others’ ideas; ability to lead project teams of technical staff.
Engineering & Technology: Knowledge of practical application of engineering principles to develop process and product solutions; experienced with a number of processes, systems, or products.
Communication & Presentation Skills: Ability to communicate conclusions and recommend path; ability to present complex information to peers.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering
White Belt or Green Belt Lean Certification: Certification from LifeNet Health Lean University or similar
Two (2) years of directly related medical device engineering experience
Solidworks, MiniTab, JMP
Biomedical Engineering & Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to production and development of clinical solutions.

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary engineering resource and/or the project lead on projects using existing technology or as an engineering resource on new technology projects.
Drafts and executes testing protocols for allograft tissues, processes, and equipment. Generates technical reports for verification and validation of new products/processes and/or improvement implementations.
Supports the engineering needs of other LNH departments as determined appropriate.
Responsible for mentoring peers, technicians on existing procedures.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that won’t break the bank.
Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters: 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws) 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations) 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.