Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D (Delivery Systems)

Company: Edwards Lifesciences
Location: Naperville
Posted on: July 1, 2025

Job Description:

Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) team is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs through pioneering technology that enables early, targeted therapeutic intervention. Our innovative solutions are not just transforming patient care but also creating a unique and exciting environment for our team members. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey. How you will make an impact: This position would be a key member of the R&D Hardware team, specifically focused on the Delivery System. The Delivery System is a sterile, single use catheter with pre-loaded Cordella Sensor used to deliver, orient and deploy the Cordella Sensor into the right pulmonary artery of the patient during a right heart catheterization procedure. Key responsibilities include: Create, test, and/or improve products by developing complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols), analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles Generate work instructions, test methods, engineering models and drawings/prototypes, etc., to establish/characterize product and/or process specifications Create/update more complex design control documents including requirement specs, and risk documents Develop and execute engineering project plans Identify, evaluate, manage, and provide guidance to suppliers, including establishing tolerances and defining acceptance criteria for suppliers Assign R&D support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work Evaluate input and form a technical recommendation including designing parts, components and subsystems Train, coach, and guide lower level employees on routine procedures Other duties assigned by Leadership What youll need (Required): Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Scientific field with 4 years experience -OR- Masters Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Scientific field with 3 years experience -OR- Ph.D. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Scientific field Solidworks/CAD experience What else we look for (Preferred): Experience with catheter design for minimally invasive procedures Material selection for disposable medical devices Concept development and prototyping and design for manufacturing Experience with ISO 10555 and ISO 80369 Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite Strong documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills Basic understanding of statistical techniques Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment required (if applicable) Substantial understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills Substantial understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work Good leadership skills and ability to influence change Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing Strict attention to detail Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families. For Illinois (IL), the base pay range for this position is $106,000 to $149,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

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