Senior Research and Development Engineer

Overview

The Senior Research and Development Engineer is a leading technical contributor tasked with researching complex technical problems and conceiving new medical products and solutions in support of the innovation plans and portfolio goals of the iMRI Division. The Senior Research and Development Engineer is responsible for the evaluation of new opportunities for innovation and portfolio expansion in iMRI R&D.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical expertise to research activities in Vascular R&D and across the R&D Ecosystem• Lead large-scale or multiple projects which may span across other R&D teams and/or Ecosystem with a high degree of independence• Provide technical and strategic input on managing company intellectual property relevant to areas of work• Understand unmet clinical, market, technology and business needs through application of technical knowledge• Formulate value propositions for new opportunities for innovation and portfolio expansion• Assume responsibility for conducting and coordinating research activities, evaluating findings, and formulating evidence-based conclusions• Communicate and collaborate effectively within the team and with other departments/functions to evaluate new technologies

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of practices and procedures • Act as a mentor to other personnel within the team; responsible for delegating and reviewing others' work product as part of a project team

Qualifications

PhD in engineering or engineering technology with 2 years relevant experience; orMS degree in same with 3 years relevant experience; orBS degree in same with 5 years relevant experience

Practical knowledge of project management principlesExperience using analytic skills and problem solving

Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organizationMust strictly adhere to safety requirementsMust maintain regular and punctual attendanceMust maintain company quality and quantity standardsMust have effective oral, written and presentation communication skillsExcellent problem solving skills and ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervisionAbility to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations

Physical Requirements:

Works under general office environmental conditionsSitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, equipment, etc.Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat and gloves required in many areas associated with this position

Other Requirements:

Sign non-competition and confidentiality agreements. Compliance with all policies of the company including without limitation the Cook Employee Manual, Cook Code of Conduct, Cook Electronic Information Policy, HIPAA regulations and Cook Policy & Guidance on Interaction with Healthcare Professionals