Sr. Development Engineer - PRO

What You’ll Do:

• Interface with surgeons to gather input for product designs, evaluate concepts, and translate customer feedback into design requirements
• Collaborate effectively with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management to ensure successful product development and launch
• Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components and subsystems for medical devices
• Interpret customer needs and translate them into design inputs and product specifications
• Develop and execute engineering activities in accordance with design control procedures and QMS requirements
• Prepare and submit original or revised Design History File (DHF) documentation for approvals
• Develop verification and validation strategies and execute testing to demonstrate compliance with design requirements
• Participate in and support cadaver labs to evaluate product performance and usability
• Develop prototypes and work closely with suppliers to evaluate designs
• Prepare and review technical information supporting invention disclosures and patent applications
• Present technical work and recommendations during cross-functional team meetings
• Support transfer of products into manufacturing and commercialization activities
• Apply sound engineering judgment to solve technical problems of moderate complexity

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
• 2+ years of experience required; medical device industry preferred
• Experience with spinal implants, surgical instruments, or other mechanical systems preferred
• Experience developing products within a regulated industry preferred
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or Creo preferred)
• Working knowledge of FDA medical device design controls, risk management, and product development processes (ISO 14971, IEC 60601, ISO 13485)
• Experience developing and documenting design requirements, verification plans, protocols, and reports
• Experience designing components and assemblies for manufacturability using traditional manufacturing processes
• Experience supporting prototype builds, bench testing, and design verification activities
• Experience working in cross-functional product development teams
• Ability to read, interpret, and create complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

Why VB Spine?We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high-performing R&D team focused on patient-specific and special instrument solutions that enable personalized spinal care and improve patient outcomes.

Compensation:Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually, with potential for bonuses and incentives plus benefits. Final compensation is determined on a case-by-case basis and considers a variety of factors including experience level, technical expertise, and market conditions.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, dynamic company