Research and Development Senior Engineer Process Medical Device Job in Fort Lauderdale 33309, Florida US

 

 

 

Nipro Diagnostics, Inc. based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, since 1985, is one of the leading providers of diabetes products to retail pharmacy, mail service, home medical, and the durable medical marketplace.  Nipro Diagnostics also workks closely with hospitals and long-term facilities to help them more affordably monitor and manage their patients with diabetes.  We have expanded our partnerships to include dialysis and respiratory care centers that have a high incidence of diabetes among patients receiving treatment.  With a portfolio of blood glucose monitors that spans the spectrum from standard to advanced systems, Nipro Diagnostics  offers products that can help every person with diabetes better monitor and manage their disease.  The Nipro Diagnostics product line includes the TRUEresult(R) system, true2go(R) system, Sidekick (R) Testing System, TrueTrack Smart System(R), and TrackEASE Smart System(R) blood glucose monitor.  Last year Nipro Diagnostics achieved sales in excess of $100 million, our fifthe straight record year of sales.  PLease visit our website: www.niprodiagnostics.com

 

We offer a competitive salary,   company performance bonuses, and a full benefits package including 401(k).  We create a stimulating work environment that places a premium on associate contributions and development. Please send resumes to Bill Brown, Corporate Recruiter at: bbrown@niprodiagnostics.com

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties are required that are not listed here.

  • Design experimental protocols and perform experimental studies to meet project goals and suggest follow-up experiments where necessary. Proven track record in the use of Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology

  • Write experimental protocols, maintain detailed laboratory notebook, and deliver technical reports with conclusion supported by in-depth analysis of results

  • Investigates new technologies and determine feasibility for use and application

  • Collaborate and communicate in a multi-functional project team environment

  • Interact with other functional departments and external vendors to get materials/processes required for product development

  • Assist in drafting design history file documents and quality documents for process transfer to Productions

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bio-Medical Engineering or related fields is required with a minimum of 8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience plus an outstanding knowledge in the field of medical device and/or process automation.DESIRE SKILLS and EXPERIENCE

The employee should have in-depth knowledge and experience working with common laboratory techniques and equipment. It is also essential that employee has a full understanding of technologies employed for point-of-care testing, particularly blood glucose monitoring. Additional KSA (knowledge, Skills and Ability) are as follows:

  • Analytical reasoning and data analysis skills

  • Ability to trouble-shoot formulations, instrumentation problems, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

  • Capacity to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

  • Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and principles in advanced algebra and calculus to solve practical problems is essential. Able to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

  • Proficiency in using PC and common software including MS WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT and OUTLOOK is required. It is also desirable that employee is familiar with other job-related software packages

  • Ability to assess risks associate with different choices and make recommendation on how to proceed

  • Experience dealing with external suppliers and capable to handle negotiations

  • Theoretical and hands-on experience with laser technology is a plus