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Orthofix

Staff Project Engineer

Orthofix, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002

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Position Title: Staff Project Engineer

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Carlsbad Position Type:

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OFX25347 Description

Guided by our organizational values Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together, Orthofix collaborates with world-class surgeons and partners to improve people’s quality of life. We are seeking team members who build relationships, share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results to help us become the unrivaled partner in Med Tech. Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and healthcare professionals. We are expanding the Orthofix Product Development team and are focusing on spinal deformity space. If you are interested in learning more about the organization, please submit your resume. Roles we are hoping to attract include: Senior Project Engineer or Staff Engineer (refer to the job description below or that of a subsequent posting) Focused on mechanical design of access or interbody systems Experience in spine preferred; exposure to complex mechanisms (e.g., expandables or access systems) is ideal Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent We are excited about future projects and invite you to learn more about what we’re building by submitting your resume. How you’ll make a difference

Support one or multiple projects within the product development group delivering innovative solutions to clinical problems. Lead the development team members including surgeon consultants and internal teammates. Conform to company quality and compliance policies while maintaining a high quality of work. Responsibilities

Design and development of innovative spinal implants and instruments Manage all aspects of communication with cross-functional groups Maintain surgeon involvement Report program status to management Follow standard drafting principles Prepare testing protocols and reports Prepare and present technical reports/presentations Participate in and direct design review meetings View surgical procedures in operating rooms Support industry trade shows Support field questions related to OSI products when necessary Skills & Qualifications

6-10 years of experience Expert in modeling and drafting in CAD (SolidWorks experience a plus) Experience in principles and application of linear FEA Understanding of GD&T General knowledge of medical materials (e.g., titanium alloys, stainless steels) General knowledge of machining practices as it relates to design for manufacturability Exceptional time management skills BSME or equivalent Nonessential Skills (preferred)

Experience in designing orthopedic or spine hardware Basic understanding of biomechanics and human anatomy Ability to work with legal counsel to protect and maintain IP Familiarity with quality systems in a regulated industry Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for projects budgeted up to $500,000 No immediate direct reports Physical Demands and Work Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sit for extended periods; frequently stand, walk and use standard business equipment; occasional overhead reaching, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs Eyesight and hearing must be correctable to standard level Salary (California): $160,645 to $197,966 per year, plus bonus and benefits. Disclaimer

The duties listed above are intended as a representation of the essential functions of this position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. We are an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and comply with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy extends to all aspects of employment practices. About Us

Orthofix has evolved into a leading medical device company with a spine and orthopedics focus. Our Spine and Orthopedics portfolio includes biologics, innovative spinal hardware, bone growth therapies, specialized orthopedic solutions, and surgical navigation systems. Our products are distributed in 68 countries. Headquartered in Lewisville, TX, with primary offices in Carlsbad, CA and Verona, Italy, we maintain a global R&D, commercial, and manufacturing footprint across multiple cities and countries. Orthofix is recognized as the 8th Largest Orthopedic Medical Device Company in the world by Medical Design & Outsourcing magazine. URL: PI277790621

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