Engineer I – R&D Disposables

Vantive

Engineer I supporting R&D in product development and design changes for disposable medical devices at Vantive. Collaborating on engineering problem-solving and documentation processes.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timePlymouth • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $76,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical and biomedical engineering principles, with a strong focus on product development and design changes for medical devices. Proficient in CAD design, risk management, and quality management systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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BS In Mechanical EngineeringClass II Or Class III Medical Product DevelopmentDesign For Six Sigma (DFSS)CAD Design (Creo, Solidworks)FDA Design Controls And ISO 13485

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Hard Skills

Product DevelopmentDesign History File DocumentationTest Method ValidationPrototypingMachine Tool OperationInjection MoldingExtrusionUltrasonic WeldingUV/Solvent BondingSterilization

Soft Skills

CollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

PDM Enterprise Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Design For Six Sigma (DFSS) Certification

Industry Keywords

FDA Design ControlsISO 13485ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971Risk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support R&D projects in the implementation of design changes and product development
Identify, investigate, and solve engineering problems utilizing risk-based and customer-focused approaches
Create, modify, and maintain design history file documentation
Support and execute test method validations and product testing
Build prototypes and models
Operate machine tools, design and build basic tooling, test fixtures, and assembly equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical, Plastics, Biomedical Engineering or a related field
0 – 2+ years of related experience in Class II or Class III disposables medical product development
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) training or certification preferred
Understanding of plastics materials and processing such as injection molding, extrusion, ultrasonic welding, UV/solvent bonding, and sterilization
Working knowledge of CAD design and PDM enterprise software (e.g. Creo, Solidworks)
Understanding of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems
Knowledge of ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971 Medical Devices - Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices
Strong collaboration, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with robust investment options
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid time off from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits