Spinal Instruments Development Engineer - Watertown, MA

The Spinal Implant Instruments Development Engineer will play a key role in designing and developing innovative spinal implant instruments within the medical industry. This position requires expertise in engineering and manufacturing, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.

Client Details

My client specializes in patient-specific implants and surgical guides. The organization focuses on improving surgical outcomes through innovation in additive manufacturing and software-driven customization. With a small, highly skilled team, it offers a fast-paced startup environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on healthcare.

Description

Reporting directly into the CTO, you will be responsible for the following:

• Drive product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO design controls.
• Design complete spinal instrument systems for procedures, including trials, inserters, distractors, reduction tools, and minimally invasive workflows.
• Partner with surgeons and key opinion leaders to gather feedback and tailor instruments to surgical needs.
• Participate in labs and operating room observations to optimize ergonomics, usability, and workflow.
• Collaborate with implant design teams to ensure seamless integration and system-level performance.
• Create CAD models incorporating biomechanics and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Manage timelines, risks, and cross-functional communication across engineering, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing.
• Conduct verification and validation activities, including mechanical testing, FEA, and usability assessments.
• Maintain design documentation such as DHF, specifications, drawings, and risk files.

Profile

A successful Spinal Implant Instruments Development Engineer should have:

• 3+ years of experience designing and developing spinal implant instrumentation.
• Direct experience designing and developing spinal implant instrumentation.
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and modeling purposes.
• Experience partnering with surgeons and working/observing in cadaver labs.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials used in spinal instruments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary between $100,000 and $130,000.
• Comprehensive 401K benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects.
• Collaborative and professional company culture.

If you are passionate about engineering and manufacturing and want to contribute to the development of spinal implant instruments, we encourage you to apply!

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