This senior level engineer or scientist assumes a project role and may serve as a key
functional core team member and/or in a lead role on an extended team.
Acts as an R&D member who provides technical leadership and direction to a small team
(1-3 people), and may serve as a technical leader of a small scale project or be an R&D
sub-system technical lead of a larger scale/complex project. Develops proficiency in
Product Development Process and/or Change Management, exhibited through significant
contributions of stage-gate and/or change control closures for small-to-medium sized
projects. Engages others in problem-solving or other project-centric activities to achieve
optimal project outcome.
Has understanding of wide application of technical principles, theories and techniques.
Breaks down challenging technical problems into key questions, plans activities to
develop solutions, and highlights alternatives / risks.
Contributes technical and product knowledge as well as clinical/customer perspective
and/or manufacturing experience to discussions.
Individual may be sought out to provide expertise input outside of current project
responsibilities by peers.
Working, hands-on knowledge of PDP, design control, and change control processes
Guides the development of technical solutions into a final product.
Advanced understanding of DOE and statistical analysis tools (ideally DFSS trained).
Has a solid understanding of intellectual property and is contributing to the IP and
Patent Estate of Avanos.
Develops implementation plan and effective project schedules for small to medium
cross-functional project or derivative projects with the aid of cross-functional team and
management.
Functions proficiently as a development team member and demonstrates the ability to
meet deadlines, identifies obstacles and proposes solutions.
Able to multi-task in an environment of competing priorities and appropriately reach out
to management for help in prioritizing activities/goals.
Idependently plans tasks and follows agreed upon path/strategy/priority with minimal
follow-up or one to one direction.
Demonstrates ability to make sound decisions when under pressure and meet key
deadlines.
Solves complex problems with minimal assistance.
Executes work following best practices, standards, and published guidance.
Identifies when teamwork is the best method to solve issues and gains cooperation
and commitment from R&D resources through influence, not authority.
Assists in the development of R&D project plans and strategies.
Provides specific, timely feedback to project manager and other cross functional team
members to ensure smooth working relationships.
Assists in the planning and execution of the VOC process and in translating
requirements/information into defined design inputs and product features
Develops use cases and assists in human factors testing.
Identifies gaps in market research / clinical knowledge that could impact product design
and develops / executes a learning plan to gain the needed information.
Proven experience executing product development/product improvement regulated by
design control.
Considers customer needs and business objectives when making decisions.
LCM: Demonstrates a solid understanding of customer's use of product, value
proposition to customer and linkage of market requirements to relevant product
requirements.
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Bachelor of Science with 5+ years of experience in Medical Devices
Master of Science with 3+ years of experience in Medical Devices
PhD with 2+ years of experience in Medical Devices
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.