• Job Description

  Req#: R0030111

  Job Description:

  At Enovis™ we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.

  Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together. Why work at Enovis? See for yourself.

  As a key member of the R&D Team you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.

  Job Title:
  Product Development Engineer - Hips

  Reports To:
  Product Development Manager

  Location:
  Austin, TX

  Business Unit Description:

  Driven by Enovis’ desire to create innovative products that help improve quality of life and restore movement to those suffering from degenerative arthritis, Enovis Surgical provides orthopedic surgeons with modern, patient-focused solutions for total joint arthroplasty. Enovis Surgical offers surgeons and their patients a full range of primary and revision implants for hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow reconstructive joint surgeries, in addition to the tools and digital health technology needed in today’s changing healthcare environment.

  Job Title/High-Level Position Summary:

  Manages a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production and release. Responsible for coordinating employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs interfaces with central resource in design, process, manufacturing, test, quality, and marketing as the product(s) move to completion and distribution. Manages production support engineering with respect to testing methods, procedures, and problems; device specification and yield problems; redesign of devices; analysis of customer returns; and optimization of device production relative to cost constraints. Serves as adviser to sales force and customers on all matters concerned with designated products. Recommends product program development and/or enhancements as a result of customer and/or sales force feedback.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for 2D and 3D drawings, including stack analysis, aimed at the implementation of prototypes, implantable devices, instruments for Base Business devices, instrument trays and instrument sets starting, but not only, from the Product Plan, from the Input/Output matrix (IOVV) and feedbacks collected from customers or other subjects involved in Base Business product development/update.
  • Design and technical management of custom cases with the support of Product Development team.
  • Develop and manage needed documentation for the development and registration of Custom implantable components and instruments.
  • Evaluation and responsibility of congruency of design Inputs.
  • Actively discuss case design with surgeons and sales reps, critically evaluating components design inputs.
  • Autonomously provide surgical field support for custom made products.
  • Proactively communicate within Company Functions for the respect of designed products timelines, costs and quality standard.
  • Proactively evaluate possible design flow implementation.
  • Participate at meetings with KOL/internal and external stakeholders to collect Base Business project requirements and to contribute in preparing results presentation based on work progress.
  • Analyzing Base Business project requirements and their translation into project inputs, validation, and verification requirements (IOVV).

  • Responsible for ensuring the feasibility of the design and for interaction with manufacturing to transform prototypes into production and to find solutions to potential problems during manufacturing or controlling and proactively thinking in design for manufacturing concept.

  • Responsible for the definition of technical specifications, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOP), test plans, testing protocols (worst case analysis, FEM analysis), critical analysis of test reports, tolerance analysis, verification protocols for instruments sets, design change modules and implant ROM.
  • Understanding of basic biomechanical principles and basic maneuvers in the operating theater.
  • Responsible for creating the required technical documentation that is required for certification renewals and geographical expansion (product registration in other Countries rather than the ones included in NPD process.
  • Other duties as required.

  Minimum Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.
  • Medical Device industry required.

  Travel Requirements:

  Desired Characteristics:

  • Effective communication
  • Demonstrated mastery of 2D and 3D drawing
  • Knowledgeable of mechanical design
  • Knowledgeable of materials for orthopedic use
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NX
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical engineering (HMI, basics)
  • Ability to adopt a can-do approach in areas of functional, ethical, and compliant behavior.
  • Ability to work cross functionally
  • Ability to make complex decisions
  • Ability to go beyond existing knowledge base and to expand understanding , methods and procedures
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Exhibits attributes in passion, collaboration, partnership, rigor, transparency and communication
  • Understanding of medical language, procedures, technology and science
  • Advanced skills in precision, detail oriented and methodological
  • FEM analysis intermediate skill level
  • Segmentation systems knowledge
  • Technical support in the OR
  • Knowledge and understanding of the applicable laws and regulations for medical industry

  “Creating better together”. It’s the Enovis purpose, and it’s what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better – for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders – begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.

  What does creating better together mean to us at Enovis? Discover the “why” behind our purpose, values and behaviors:

  Our Enovis Purpose, Values and Behaviors on Vimeo

  We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Spending and Savings Accounts
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
  • Income Protection Plans
  • Discounted Insurance Rates
  • Legal Services

  ABOUT ENOVIS
  Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent, and innovation, the company’s extensive range of products, services, and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. Visit www.enovis.com to learn more.

  EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
  Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.

  Join us in creating better together.

  ABOUT ENOVIS™

  Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. For more information about Enovis, please visit www.enovis.com.

  EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability Statement

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

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