Senior R&D Engineer (Memphis, TN)

Senior R&D Engineer (Memphis, TN)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

What will you be doing?

• Design and conduct AM research studies to support the business throughout the product lifecycle. Work with minimal guidance and within cross-functional teams to achieve milestones for research programs where key focus is additive manufacturing, materials research, and materials process development. Work in a cross-functional team and provide direction on materials testing (internal vs external) based on capacity and capability. Liaise with regulatory bodies for testing requirements. Comply with laboratory management system according to international (e.g., ISO 17025) and S&N standards.

• Write, present and review test reports, retrieval reports, research manuscripts, presentations, white papers, customer communication documents, and invention disclosures related to materials research, process development and AM. Liaise with the national as well as international regulatory bodies as needed. Use expertise to solve unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business using innovative solutions. Propose, initiate, co-ordinate and review appropriate internal or external studies that will satisfy internal and external testing requirements. Communicate test plans and results to senior management as needed. Interact with and present to internal or external experts, HCPs, etc.

• Maintain strong knowledge of the AM and Ortho industries, current technical developments, customer needs and business opportunities to match unmet needs with AM solutions. Prepare presentations and technical material needed for sales, marketing and medical education teams as needed.

• Comply with the laboratory management practices set-up by the management including S&N global health, safety and environment practices. Create work instructions for safe and effective use of equipment in the laboratory. Manage laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration with internal and external resources. Assist other members of the team to order laboratory consumables, assist in the management of budgets and write capital requests as needed.

• Perform administrative functions as necessary (objective setting, development plans, training, self-appraisal, etc.). Write technical reports and ensure maintenance of complete and accurate records for all controlled documentation. Other miscellaneous activities include attending meetings, submitting financial/travel requests, coordinating team activities, conducting tours and making presentations.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor of Science, Master of Science or Ph.D. in Mechanical, Materials, or Biomedical Engineering, or another appropriate field.

• Must have good team and communication skills. Requires use of email, internet and Microsoft Office software.

• 0 - 4 years hands-on experience.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ( https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.