Senior Staff Engineer - Mechanical (Computer-Aided Engineering)
Apply locations Cork, Ireland time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R535627 Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite
Who we want:
Analytical and innovative: Individuals who are passionate about simulation-driven new product development and can push the boundaries of physics-based analytical technologies and predictive analytics.
Problem-solving prowess: People who not only address immediate issues but also excel at identifying root causes, evaluating optimal solutions, and proposing comprehensive upgrades to prevent future problems.
Dedicated achievers: Those who are unwavering in their commitment to quality, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are determined to ensure that projects are completed to meet regulatory and quality standards.
Curious learners: Engineers who actively seek out the latest research and information to continuously improve their computer-aided engineering skills.
Goal-oriented developers: Individuals who prioritize customer and system requirements, focusing on delivering safe and robust solutions.
Collaborative partners: People who excel at building and leveraging cross-functional relationships, using them to gather ideas, share information, discuss use cases, and analyze industry trends to develop best practices.
What you will do:
Technical Responsibilities:
* Lead the integration of advanced simulation tools, including finite element analysis (FEA), and methodologies into the product development process, enabling data-driven design decisions and reducing reliance on physical prototypes.
* Develop and validate complex simulation models, ensuring accuracy through correlation with experimental test data.
* Research and implement innovative simulation techniques to address complex challenges in medical device design and performance.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to align simulation insights with broader project objectives, ensuring regulatory and quality compliance.
* Establish and maintain best practices, standards, and documentation for simulation workflows to enhance consistency and efficiency.
* Lead research, design, development, modification and evaluation of modules, assemblies, or subsystems.
* Apply and mentor others on advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts.
* Conduct, design, and select advanced prototyping and testing.
* Lead and guide in correction of complex product design issues.
* Conduct technology exploration and influence application in the business.
* Develop invention disclosures, patents or trade secrets.
Business Responsibilities:
* Apply strong understanding of clinical procedures to enhance product development.
* Contribute and execute customer facing activities like voice of customer and customer centric design in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
* Demonstrate financial acumen.
Med Device Compliance:
* Mentor others as a business unit expert on the usage of industry standards, including design requirements and test strategies per applicable regulations.
* Lead others to create and refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file and create more progressive technical content.
* Contribute to R&D procedures and development of industry standards working closely with cross-functional business units.
General Responsibilities:
* Work cooperatively with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success.
* Identify and lead the creation of or improvements to procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required.
* Develop, Research, Prototype, leveraging multiple methodologies for evaluation.
* Contribute to complex product development through release and lead one technical area of expertise.
* Hold self and others accountable to deliver high quality results with passion, energy and drive to meet business priorities.
* Mentor, develop and inspire others in current and future roles.
* Collaborate and influence others on cross functional teams advancing partnerships to achieve business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or BioMedical & 6+ years of work experience
Preferred Qualifications (Strongly desired):
Technical Skills:
* Experience in developing and optimizing complex designs for mechanical / electro-mechanical assemblies incorporating DFM principles.
* Experience in creating engineering drawings, models, applying GD&T and CAE tools to optimize the design.
* In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing and processing methods and technologies to support complex product development.
* Ability to communicate complex plans and technical information to team members.
Preferred Skills / Engineering tools:
* Proficiency in industry-standard simulation software, such as Ansys Mechanical, LS-Dyna, or Nastran.
* Significant experience with advanced finite element analysis methods, including static, dynamic, implicit, and explicit simulations.
* Familiarity with multidisciplinary simulation workflows, such as structural, thermal, fluid dynamics (CFD), and electromagnetic analyses.
* Knowledge of validation and verification processes, including standards like ASME V&V 40.
* Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as Python or MATLAB to enhance simulation efficiency.
* Experience with parametric modelling (Creo) and multi-objective optimization techniques.
* Expertise in the properties and applications of materials such as metals, polymers, and elastomers, with the ability to optimize designs based on material selection and performance characteristics.
Travel Percentage: 10%
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