R&D Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Irvine, CA (Job ID US3561675_BH9815164)

Description

Position: R&D Engineer
Type: Contract (with FULL benefits)
Shift: Day Shift, 8 AM – 5 PM (Monday through Friday)
Location: Irvine, CA (ONSITE position)
Hourly Pay Range: $35 to $45/hour (Based on Experience)

Kelly Engineering is seeking a qualified R&D Engineer for our client in the medical device industry. This position is on-site at their Irvine location. The Research & Development Engineer will support a dynamic, fast-paced, close-knit team developing new electrophysiology catheters and systems. This role involves supporting the development of new catheters to diagnose and treat atrial fibrillation. Project support includes design and documentation of effective and efficient tools, fixtures, and machines for the manufacture of company products and assists in the design and testing of company products in the feasibility stage. A passion for hands-on problem solving and prototyping is a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•     Support design of new or existing components and/or devices while ensuring that all design requirements are met.
•     Write reports, work instructions, test methods and procedures.
•     Implements complex design concepts and ideas into working drawings, solid models, and prototypes. 
•     Study specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data and confers with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
•     Develop concepts, designs, and details for machines, tools and fixtures.
•     Inspect and test tools and fixtures after fabrication to ensure that they meet specifications.
•     Interface with outside suppliers.
•     Prototype design and performing feasibility assessments at a rapid pace.
•     Apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
•     Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct engineering projects as required
•     Conduct complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures.
•     Work hands-on in a laboratory to both prototype and evaluate feasibility of prototypes
•     Thoroughly document all work
•     Purchase or design of equipment that meets health, safety and environmental standards set by the company
•     Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance

QUALIFICATIONS

•     6+ months of relevant internship or work experience
•     Minimum B.S (Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent) with industry experience. M.S. (Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent) or higher education is a plus.
•     CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo or similar) is required.
•     Collaborative teammate with strong communication skills, written and verbal 
•     A good understanding of concept development, 3D modeling, creating 2D drawings (good understanding of GD&T, and manufacturing methods), and rapid prototyping
•     Experience with microcontrollers (Arduino or similar) is required.
•     Write and communicate clearly, including generating and presenting well-written reports
•     Test method and equipment setup and validation 
•     Prior experience with fixture design and tooling development is 
•     Medical Device experience highly preferred
•     Knowledge and experience in product development processes
•     Knowledge in electro-mechanical design and testing is preferred
•     Statistical analysis and design of experiments (DOE)
•     Ability to travel up to 10% domestic and international is required

Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States immediately and without employer sponsors


 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering/Technology – Project Services?

Looking to work with leading project management organizations at top companies around the world? That's where we come in. At Kelly Engineering and Kelly Technology, our Project Services Teams create expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with opportunities to work on intriguing, innovative, and high-visibility projects—all with a schedule that works for you. Do you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects? Or are looking for a long-term opportunity? Either way, our connections and expertise will help you take your career exactly where you want to go. That's just good planning.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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