R&D Engineer

Please, review and apply for this position through the QCI system following the link below (Copy and Paste): http://bit.ly/1MVOqvq *You can apply through Indeed using mobile devices with this link. Our client is a leading manufacturer of Medical Devices, seeking a Staff R&D Engineer to join their team on Long Island, NY. The R&D Engineer will lead cradle to launch New Product Development and existing product improvement initiatives. The R&D Engineer will be responsible for the development of specifications and leading design activities. This is a technical engineering role that requires investigation of new processes and application of advanced engineering methodologies. The R&D Engineer will work in a cross-functional team environment and will oversee and mentor junior engineers. Responsibilities: Identifies and analyzes design problems to achieve optimal solutions that satisfy technical requirements, using internal and external technical resources Formulates new, innovative approaches to solve technical problems on a consistent basis Uses Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies Leads development of product specifications, risk documents and conducts technical and design reviews Ensures that project deliverables meet global requirements (regulatory, etc.) Supports and participated during internal and external audits Requirements: BS in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, Masters or PhD preferred 6-12 years of new product development experience in an FDA regulated medical device or pharmaceutical environment using stage-gate development process (candidates with an advanced degree may have fewer years of experience) Knowledge of metal and plastic injection molding a plus Demonstrated ability to solve complex design and engineering problems Experience building experimental test set-ups to characterize and assess functional performance of medical products Six Sigma Black Belt a plus Excellent communication skills needed All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.