Development EngineerLocation: Leesburg, VA or Allendale, NJ (Up to 15% Travel Required)
Company: VB Spine
As a
Development Engineer in our R&D function within the Spine division, you'll perform implant and instrumentation design work while actively participating on multi-functional teams to support sustaining projects for commercially available products - including product evolution, regulatory documentation updates, and supply chain continuity.
What You'll Do:- Interface with surgeons to gather input for designs and evaluation of new and existing products
- Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams (with supervision) to ensure project success
- Design, develop, modify, evaluate, and verify components for medical devices under supervision
- Participate in and support cadaver labs to evaluate designs and ensure user needs are met
- Interpret customer needs, understand design inputs, product intended use, and clinical procedures
- Create and refine engineering documentation, including Design History Files, Change Control records, Nonconformance & CAPA documentation, and Regulatory Technical files
- Learn and apply R&D procedures such as design controls, risk management, and change control per the Quality Management System
- Assist with prototyping, bench testing, and support problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Prepare and review information for invention disclosures and patent applications
- Participate in design reviews
- Develop foundational knowledge of industry standards, design requirements, and test strategies aligned with regulatory requirements
- Demonstrate ownership, integrity, and collaborative relationships while managing priorities
What You Bring:- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline (Master's preferred)
- 1+ year of experience (medical device industry preferred); Co-Op or Internship experience preferred
- Basic experience with a parametric CAD package (Creo or SolidWorks preferred)
- Fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering practices, design principles, materials, and manufacturing methods (traditional and additive)
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
- Basic knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods
- Strong willingness to learn, take ownership, and work effectively under supervision
- Ability to set and manage personal priorities in a regulated environment
Compensation:Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 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 background, 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
