Principal R&D Engineer (Materials Science and Processing)

at  Shockwave Medical

Shockwave Medical, Inc. is a pioneer in the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease. Shockwave Medical aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Principal R&D Engineer (Materials Science and Processing) will use technical skills in the development of innovative products to treat peripheral, coronary, and heart valve diseases. They will be responsible for the advanced research and development of products and processes, resources, and project management activities associated with executing the company’s goals and objectives. The catheter development processes include braiding coiling and laminating as well as other catheter prototyping activities. In addition, the Principal R&D Engineer (Materials Science and Processing) will play the key role in the metrology activities at Shockwave including materials analysis and failure mode investigations. They will utilize metrology tools including the SEM, Differential Scanning Calorimeter, Dynamic Materials Analyzer and FTIR Spectrophotometer.

REQUIREMENTS

• BS in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science or Physics and 10 years’ engineering experience in Materials Science related work OR a MS and 8 years’ engineering experience in Materials Science related work.
• Experience developing disposable medical devices is highly desirable.
• Proficiency utilizing metrology tools including SEM, DSC, DMA and FTIR spectrophotometer as well as writing reports to evaluate the data.
• Strong understanding of engineering materials, component selection, and design for reliability and manufacturability.
• Experience in early-stage catheter-based device processing including braiding, coiling and laminating is a strong plus.
• Effective communication skills with all levels of management and organizations.
• Operate independently and adaptability to changing requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.
• May be required to lift objects up to 25lbs
  Market Range:
  $144,000 - $180,000
  Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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