R&D Engineer, Medical Devices at Avery Dennison

We are currently seeking a highly organized and diligent R&D Engineer (with SME knowledge on medical device sterilisation). The successful candidate will work in the R&D department and will report to the Research & Development Manager. Focusing on R&D associated with wound care and skin care products responsibilities will include:
 

• Lead and drive medical adhesive product developments from concept to commercialization in an international environment. Projects include new product development and product maintenance, including raw material substitutions and line extensions
• Lead product sterilisation programme for new product development projects, liaising as R&D contact with external third parties for product sterilisation validations. 
• Understanding of medical device sterilisation global standards.
• Translate product requirements into product specifications by selecting and testing appropriate materials, product designs, and manufacturing processes
• Act as the R&D project leader to interface externally with customers and suppliers to define projects, communicate progress, identify solutions to technical issues, and demonstrate applied knowledge.
• Manage and communicate the status of projects: prepare project plans, determine timelines and resources, present and effectively communicate information and progress to cross-functional teams and management
• Develop products following the New Product Design and Development Process and Stage Gate principles. Own design control requirements including creation of detailed specifications and design verification and validation plans, protocols and reports.
• Develop test methods for new products.
• Assist with product risk management.
• Leverage internal and external experts to accomplish goals (e.g., Vendors, Research Institutes)
• Conduct literature and patent searches and give technical updates.  Generate intellectual property disclosures as the opportunities arise and assist with patent filings.
• Independently determine and develop creative approaches to solutions.
• Provide hands-on technical support towards sales and marketing and manufacturing
• Understand and ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 regulations.
• Assist in the investigation of customer complaints and non-conformances as required.

We are a dynamic organization in a rapidly changing environment.  Accordingly, the responsibilities associated with this position will change in accordance with the company’s business needs.  More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set for the above.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or equivalent by experience.
• 1-3 years product development experience required. 
• Experience with sterilisation, sterilisation validations & Global sterilisation standards would be a definate plus
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Technical Writing experience preferred. Must be able to write technical documents clearly.
• Hands-on ability to analyze and creatively solve problems.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interface effectively with cross-functional groups to define and execute overall requirements.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, statistical software, ERP systems and other function-specific software.
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.