Lead R&D Engineer

I am keen to speak with R&D Engineers who are looking to further develop their career in the Design and Development of Medical Device Products.Working on Early-Stage Development and New Product Innovation you will Lead cross-functional teams both in Ireland and internationally.You will need to be an established R&D Engineer (8 Years Plus) with a track record of Innovative & Creative thinking.On offer is an excellent package including Basic, Bonus, Pension etc and an award-winning Medical Device business with a strong culture of prioritizing R&D –APPLY TODAYR&D Engineer / Research & Development / New Product Development / Design Controls / Material Science Engineer / New Product Introduction / R&D / AutoCAD / 3D Modelling / Medical Device / Mayo / IrelandIndependent Search Solutions Agency are happy to offer a Relocation Package for Candidates based in Ireland, UK & EU who need to move to the area (County Mayo, Ireland)This position is only open to Irish, UK & EU Citizens who can work in Ireland with no Visa RestrictionsJob Title:Lead R&D EngineerLocation:Co.MayoPackage:Full Time / Permanent€80k - €85k+ BasicAnnual Bonus (10%)Health Insurance (VHI)Pension (8%)ParkingCanteenPaid Annual LeaveRelocation Package (€5k)Signing Bonus (€)Role:The Lead R&D Engineer will have with extensive research & development experience; and will be capable of utilizing their expertise and skills in the successful development of new products.They will be capable of identifying and investigating new product ideas or technologies and bringing these through a defined technology development process.They will build prototypes, collect user feedback, and conduct experimentation and data analysis to optimize and refine product concepts and perform verification and validation of product designs.You will be capable of serving as a leader in a collaborative and cross functional environment for the successful completion of project goals and will be capable of interfacing with senior management within the organization.Duties:Representing R&D on New Product Development project teamsResearching new ideas and technologies/materials and evaluating technology performance and stabilitySourcing/selecting materials and components and the evaluation of sameDeveloping product and component specifications to ensure that the product consistently performs to a level which meets the needs of the customerDeveloping new test methods to characterize and measure the performance of the productProviding technical R&D support to other functions including Global Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering and ManufacturingManaging project schedules, conducting product and project risk analysis and ensuring successful and timely completion of project activitiesWorking with patent counsel to support patentability/infringement searches and preparation of patent applicationsCreating relevant design documents including technical reports, drawings, specificationsPlanning and performing design verification and design validation activitiesCompany:An established Multinational with Manufacturing and R&D facilities on-site in Ireland.Manufacturing a range of disposable Medical Device Products used across the Healthcare Sector.Experience:Third Level Degree (Hon) in Mechanical / Biomedical Engineering8 Years commercial experience in a R&D role (Medical Device Industry)Skills Matrix:Innovative / Creative Thinker; must have a demonstrated ability to conduct exploration of subject areas for novel concepts and approachesWorking knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D modelling softwareDemonstrated analytical problem-solving abilitiesDemonstrated ability to manage projects including directing the work of othersGood team working skills and a high level of enthusiasm and motivationGood working knowledge of medical device quality & regulatory systems and medical device directivesIf you would like to be considered for this opportunity, follow the links below and send me your CV.Key Words:R&D Engineer / Research & Development / New Product Development / Design Controls / Material Science Engineer / New Product Introduction / R&D / AutoCAD / 3D Modelling / Medical Device / Mayo / IrelandIndependent Search Solutions (ISS Ltd)is as the name suggests an Independent Recruitment Agency that aims to treat all its applicants with the up-most respect and in a professional manner.With a Company code of practice in place, you can be assured that your details will not be shown to any of ISS Ltd's clients without your consent.