Guidehouse

Cardiac Catheter Development Engineer

Guidehouse$98K — $163K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in biomedical, mechanical, materials, electrical engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years in medical device development, with 2 years specifically in cardiac catheters.
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and prototyping in the medical device industry.
  • Familiar with regulatory standards such as ISO 10555 and IEC 60601-1.
  • Proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, particularly SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

  • Support R&D for next-generation catheter systems and accessory electronics.
  • Design catheter components using advanced materials and techniques.
  • Integrate complex electronic components into medical devices.
  • Lead prototype fabrication with advanced lab equipment while ensuring compliance with ISO 13485.
  • Develop and execute validation protocols in accordance with industry standards.
  • Analyze data and prepare regulatory submission reports.
  • Maintain design history files and conduct risk analysis for product safety.

Benefits

  • Medical, RX, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Supplemental Benefits for critical care and legal assistance.
Full Job Description

Job Family:

Scientific Research & Analysis


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
​​We are searching for a Cardiac Catheter Development Engineer with industry-based experience to support the development of minimally invasive, non-surgical cardiac catheter technologies. The selected individual will be supporting cardiovascular intervention research at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the provision of hands-on engineering support for the iterative design, prototyping, manufacturing, and testing of cardiovascular catheter devices and imaging algorithms. This is a full-time onsite role in Bethesda, MD.​

  • Support engineering research and development efforts focused on next-generation catheter systems, guidewires, and accessory electronics. 

  • Design catheter components (shafts, distal tips, steering and deflection mechanisms, and sensor integration) using advanced materials such as polymers, alloys, braid/wire reinforcements, adhesives, and coatings. 

  • Integrate complex electronic components (thermocouples, radiofrequency (RF) electrodes, phased-array coils, strain gauges, and microconnectors) into medical devices including development of wiring harnesses and custom interface assemblies. 

  • Lead prototype fabrication using advanced laboratory equipment (laser cutters, braid machines, reflow systems, coil winders) ensuring all builds are thoroughly documented and in compliance with International Organization of Standardization (ISO) 13485 standards. 

  • Develop and execute validation protocols aligned with ISO 10555, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60601-1, and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards 

  • Conduct comprehensive data analysis and preparation of reports for regulatory submissions. 

  • Generate and maintain design history files, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEAs), hazard analyses, and biocompatibility matrices. 

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives associated with tooling, design processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).


What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in biomedical, mechanical, materials, electrical engineering, or related field. 

  • A minimum of FOUR (4) years of active medical device development experience withat least TWO (2) years of direct cardiac catheter hands-on manufacturing and prototyping experience intheMedical Device Manufacturing industry required. 

  • Experienceutilizingtechniques such as tipping, bonding, steering assemblies, sensor integration, leak/pressure testingor similar. 

  • Experience with regulatory standards such as ISO 10555 (intravascular catheters), IEC 60601-1 (performance of medical electrical equipment), or comparable standards.  

  • Proficiency with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks or similar tools

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Familiar with mechanical and electrical test equipment, flow loops, simulated-userigsand similar equipment. 

  • Deep material science knowledge beneficial.

  • Experience in the development of Electrophysiology (EP) ablation cathetersutilizingpull-wire mechanisms or tip temperature control.

  • Prior involvement in 510(k), Premarket Approval (PMA), or EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) submissions is valuable.

  • A background in clean-room assembly or micro-fabrication is preferred.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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