Research and Development Engineer conducts research and development activities for an organization. Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Being a Research and Development Engineer summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies. Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget. Additionally, Research and Development Engineer develops technical documentation for all projects. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Research and Development Engineer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Research and Development Engineer typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION SUMMARY
Atlanta-based opportunity for a passionate, patient-focused R&D Engineer who is motivated to join an innovative company focused on developing a novel transcatheter solution to patients suffering from secondary mitral valve disease.
Nyra Medical was founded to solve the complex challenges of Functional Mitral Regurgitation and has been dedicated to our lead product, the cardiac leaflet enhancer (CARLEN) which aims to revolutionize the current paradigm for transcatheter treatment of mitral valve disease. Once commercialized, CARLEN will significantly improve patients’ short-term and long-term overall health and survival.
This is a hands-on opportunity where the engineer will work closely as a part of the R&D engineering team to develop and execute design test methods, implement design refinements, and perform device testing. This role will enable the engineer to gain relevant industry experience pertaining to device development and structural heart procedures. The engineer will have the opportunity to develop design skills and act as an integral and contributing member of the development and testing team. The engineer will assist the team in execution of verification testing to facilitate the advancement of CARLEN into the clinical phase to improve the quality of life of patients suffering from secondary mitral regurgitation. The engineer will report to the Vice President of Product Development and will work directly with principal and senior product development engineers.
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