Sr. R&D Engineer, New Products

2 weeks ago

San Jose, United States Align MD Full time
Join a team that is changing millions of lives.

Transforming smiles, changing lives.

At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person's life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever's next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

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About this opportunity

Align Technology is the industry leader and innovator in medical devices which focuses on revolutionizing the digital dental and orthodontic industry. Align Technology is looking for an Sr. R&D Engineer, New Products for our San Jose, CA office. This exciting new role would be part of a culture that is helping to improve lives every day through digital dentistry.

The Sr. R&D Engineer, New Products candidate should have exceptional skills with product research and development in the medical device industry. They will be a key engineer responsible for planning, leading, and executing projects focusing on product design, testing, and process improvements. They will work closely with internal and external resources in a multidisciplinary team working with materials, software, manufacturing, and more.

In this role, you will...
  • Lead product development projects and research projects until product launch
  • Work independently to develop and evaluate new products and solutions and adapt and improve existing ones
  • Design and evaluate product prototypes with biomechanical test models and experimentation
  • Design, build, and verify test hardware, software, and systems as needed
  • Define and conduct procedures for bench top testing to evaluate product performance, including efficacy, reliability, verification, and validation
  • Work with clinical team to conduct pilot studies and other investigations
  • Simulate real world conditions and measure outputs using sensors
  • Collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams to incorporate design and features into prototypes
  • Understand and master complex systems with sound mechanical principles
  • Perform statistical data analysis and interpretation
  • Perform and document work in accordance with FDA/ISO regulations, including test protocols, test results, and other requirements
  • Communicate with professionals in the field at all levels and transition information into product improvement
  • Conceive new product and technology ideas and patents
  • Work in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines
  • Problem-solve issues with attention to detail
  • Provide general engineering support in R&D
In this role, you'll need ...

Required Experience
  • B.S. in Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or other related degree with 8+ years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
  • M.S. in Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or other related degree with 6-7 years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
  • Ph.D. in Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or other related degree with 3-5 years of experience in biomedical research and/or product development
  • Higher or lower years of experience will be considered for this role, potentially at a higher or lower job level
Desired Experience
  • Theoretical and experimental background in structural mechanics and/or biomechanics
  • 3D modeling using CAD software, Solidworks preferred
  • Test method development and validation
  • Additive manufacturing (3D printing) for product design and development
  • Experience in medical device industry

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About Align

Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world's largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.

By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work - these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.

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Global Diversity Statement:

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.

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Primary Location Base Salary Range: $157,000 to $173,600 USD

Base salary ranges are a guideline used to determine appropriate pay. Placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically. For field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable commission plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S. Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

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