Graduate R&D Engineer

Job Overview

CrannMed is based in Galway, Ireland and was founded in 2018. the company is committed to improve patient outcomes in a minimally invasive way and is actively working to develop leading  edge devices and products to treat musculoskeletal conditions. The CrannMed team has a strong balance of Commercial, Clinical and Product Development skills and has built up a clinical network of world leading specialists and is determined to play a part in developing these solutions. We are a start-up but one on an exciting journey and growth plan.

CrannMed has an opportunity for a graduate R&D Engineer to support the engineering team with development activities of our next generation catheters and delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior engineer with day-to-day technical tasks associated with the development of embolic particles and implants within the peripheral anatomy.
• Prepare component and raw material specifications.
• Support R&D and manufacturing product testing, in terms of execution, data analysis and reporting.
• Ensure R&D lab and test area and equipment are following best practices and compliant to AOS13485.
• Responsible for scheduled maintenance of lab equipment.
• Execution of IQ/OQs for lab and production equipment.
• Communicate and update project activities using project management methodologies.
• Support the Senior engineer to set up pilot lines used to build early batches of pre-clinical devices.
• Manage lab improvement projects which will ensure efficiency and repeatability of product performance testing.

Background & Qualifications

• Bachelors, Masters or PhD degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering or any other relevant engineering discipline.
• At least 5 months work experience in relevant job place as part of undergraduate bachelor’s degree.
• Experience gained as part of undergraduate placement should include test method development, IQ and OQ execution as well as demonstrated product testing.
• Have a good knowledge of 3D modelling software and cad, for example, CREO or Solidworks.
• Experience with 3D printing is advantageous.
• Have previous experience with GDP & GMP standards.
• Have an excellent knowledge of engineering materials used in medical device manufacturing such as metals, polymers and advanced materials.
• A strong problem solver with knowledge and experience of DMAIC or other problem-solving tools.
• Must be organised, demonstrate innovation and have a strong work ethic on individual projects and as part of a team project.
• Effective communication skills. Both verbal and written – English
• Extremely comfortable with hands-on and technical work.