Support design and development activities within West's Product Development Process
Demonstrate accountability for the successful and timely achievement of goals
Work independently only with strategic guidance in the most complex situations
Interpret internal and external business issues and unmet needs
Define/plan/lead/develop solutions
Collaborate with local and global functional groups, stakeholders, and management to deliver project goals and meet project milestones
Plan and execute projects through all phases with a focus on design and qualification through verification and validation
Write engineering test protocols, reports, and work instructions
Analyze design of experiments (DOE)
Drive innovation and process efficiency of integrated systems
Use sound principles to develop solutions for complex technical problems
Generate, record and analyze data, and present results to peers and business leadership
Point of contact for technical product related discussions with the team
May provide technical expertise and communication for internal and external partners
Integrate planning activities between West and development/manufacturing partners

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering required; or equivalent experience required
Master's Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering preferred; or equivalent experience preferred
Minimum 5 years Experience in regulated industry required or 5 years medical device or combination product industry highly preferred
Experience in high-volume, automated manufacturing processes, and glass forming preferred
Experience in Human Factors for Medical Devices preferred
Expertise with test method development, validation strategy, and execution preferred
Expertise with risk management, design verification and validation strategy development and execution
Expertise in medical device design control and change management
Experience with combination products requirements and regulation
Proficiency in solid modeling/drafting
Proficiency in solid mechanics/mechanics of materials
Proficiency in statistical methods/tools
Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to effectively manage change and uncertainty
Knowledge of applicable ISO, and USP standards for drug delivery
Knowledge of applicable health authority regulations including FDA, MDR

Supported by benefit programs
Empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families
Opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development

Senior Engineer, R&D

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