Distinguished Engineer, R&D, Surgical

Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease and critical care. As part of our R&D Engineering team, you will work closely within a cross functional team to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients' lives around the world.
Dedicated to innovation, our Surgical business unit is focused on identifying and solving critical, unmet needs in cardiac surgery. In understanding the challenges of open-heart surgery, we partner with surgical teams to deliver modern technologies intended to enhance patients' quality of life and expand their potential treatment opportunities. It's our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
You will make an impact by:

• Designing novel experiments, tests, designs, and platforms while working on non-standard technical problems with significant complexity.
• Leading as a subject matter expert with strong expertise in mechanical design, material science, and product development
• Influencing the technology roadmap for project component or existing therapy; accurately predicting technical project risk and identifying areas for risk mitigation.
• Interfacing with key opinion leaders and stakeholders to create and refine designs that meet requirements including user needs, usability, and manufacturability
• Providing strategic evaluation and guidance on R&D projects within field of expertise while driving complex design workstreams
• Driving, evaluating, and influencing innovative solutions that support technical strategies.
• Guiding and mentoring engineers on new and emerging technologies (e.g., Science and Technology Symposium, Edwards Faculty)
• Advising/developing clinically relevant test methods to specify materials/components and assess novel designs and technology
• Evaluating intellectual property, and suppliers for business development opportunities
• Other incidental duties

What You'll Need (Basic Requirements)
Bachelor's degree in engineering or Scientific field + 12 years of experience -OR-
Master's degree in engineering or Scientific field + 11 years of experience -OR-
Ph.D. in Engineering or Scientific field + 8 years of experience of experience
What Else We Look for (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience with design and development of a class III medical device
• Strong technical expertise in materials and mechanical design (e.g., catheters, delivery systems, metals, injection molded components)
• Strong proficiency in component and assembly design using SolidWorks
• Experience assessing and developing clinically relevant test methods to evaluate device performance
• Experience with the full R&D product development lifecycle
• Knowledge of Agile or Scrum methodologies
• Experience using six sigma blackbelt tools such as DOE and GR&R
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
• Recognized as an expert in own area within the organization
• Expert knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
• Advanced problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to influence change
• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $141,000 to $200,000 (highly experienced).The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.