Job Description
The Product Development Engineer will play a key role in advancing innovative medical technologies within Mount Sinai BioDesign. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and entrepreneurship. The engineer will contribute to device design, prototyping, and testing while also engaging directly with clinicians to identify unmet needs through the Biodesign process. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in translational research and medical device innovation.
Responsibilities - Participate in surgeon and clinician interviews to identify clinical pain points and translate insights into engineering requirements.
- Assist in the design and development of medical device prototypes using CAD tools, 3D printing, machining, and other prototyping methods.
- Conduct bench testing and validation studies to characterize device performance.
- Support needs-finding, concept generation, and iterative design within the structured Biodesign process.
- Document design iterations, testing protocols, and results for regulatory, intellectual property, and grant purposes.
- Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners to refine concepts and ensure clinical relevance.
- Maintain lab resources, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to efficient prototyping workflows.
- Engage with external vendors and fabrication shops for materials, components, and device manufacturing.
- Prepare and deliver clear technical presentations, write reports, and communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications - Education Requirements
- Bachelor?s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline (Master?s degree a plus).
- Strong foundation in engineering design, prototyping, and materials.
- Coursework or hands-on experience with CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), prototyping tools, and mechanical testing methods.
- Experience Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in biomedical engineering, medical device development, or related roles (internships, academic projects, or capstone design projects welcome).
- Exposure to clinical settings, human factors engineering, or translational research a plus.
- Strong interest in medical technology innovation and working directly with clinicians.
Licensing and Certification Requirements (if applicable None
Non-Bargaining Unit, 842 - Neurosurgery - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine
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