How to Write a Biomedical Engineer Job Description Sample

About Stryker Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com Basic Function This role will support the systems team with cross-disciplinary solutions for an integrated neurosurgical system product. It will be a mix of design/testing ([phone number]%), and technical writing/meetings/quality management system development ([phone number]%). This [phone number]month co-op term is preferably aimed at applicants in their [phone number]rd or [phone number]th year of a Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Integrated, Mechatronics (or similar) program. It would be advantageous to have completed a previous co-op term. This position will require a combination of in-office (Burnaby) and at-home work. This position provides an opportunity to learn about the design requirements of medical devices. Provides opportunity to design in CAD, use of standards in medical device development, importance of testing and prototyping. Responsibilities Specific: The primary responsibility will be assisting with the design of various aspects of an integrated neurosurgical product [website] Evaluation of design options and bench testing to determine acceptability criteria and optimal solution given a constrained time line. Progress updates to be provided in design reviews as required Vendor identification and liaison in support of prototyping and new product development Design and build test fixtures and jigs in support of verification and product testing, as needed. Additional responsibilities may include; assisting in assembly of prototype devices, development of opto-mechanical jigs & fixture, research on injection molding methods & materials, supporting the project manager as required. General: While working with a team of engineers and under the supervision of a senior engineer, the co-op will be expected to engage on some of the following types of activities: Quality Management System DHF/DMR development on new and existing products, including documentation, meetings, and liaising across cross-functional teams. Participate in front-end conceptual design and engineering activities on new products. Sourcing components and identifying appropriate vendors. Product and component testing both in the form of early laboratory prototypes and final, formal product verification testing. Design of test setups and testing conditions to investigate options for improving device performance. May work with vendor engineers to design systems, and during early design stages to perform evaluations and experiments. Participate in design reviews, risk management and associated risk control assessment. Understand and follow proper procedures and best practices; work with senior engineers to improve them. Actively contribute to and respect team decisions; strive for and abide by consensus; operate within Company core values. Contribute to project planning and commit to deliverable goals. Proactively report progress to project management and R&D management when required. Take direction as needed from senior engineers and R&D managers; complete most tasks with minimal guidance; use resources responsibly and effectively. Proactively seek out senior technical leaders and managers as necessary. Physical requirements Sedentary work: Exerting up to [phone number]kilograms of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, etc. generally involves sitting most of the time. Must be able to communicate with groups of people. Must be able to review printed materials. Ability to use common office equipment. Mental requirements Self-managed, self-motivated, with excellent hands-on problem-solving skills. Must be able to generate and explain design objectives. Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately. Astute attention to detail. Must demonstrate creative thinking and paper-based problem-solving ability. Must be able to review and troubleshoot designs and provide constructive feedback. Listens to others within the team environment to understand their thinking. required Self-managed and self-motivated critical given nature of position (largely working from home without constant oversight) Hands-on problem-solving skills Fluent with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.). Experience in [phone number]D CAD modeling software, preferably SolidWorks. Experience in FEA thermal modelling (ANSYS) preferred (on site training available) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to write procedures and present complex problems and solutions. required Enrolled in an engineering program – preferably [phone number]rd or [phone number]th year of an Engineering program (ME, EE, Biomedical, Integrated, Biomechanics, or similar) Available for an [phone number]month co-op term Know someone at Stryker? Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program.

Job Description: Please DO NOT APPLY TO THIS Posting AS YOUR Application WILL NOT BE Reviewed. Please Follow THE LINK BELOW TO Explore Posting Opportunities. New collaborations are taking place across the Lower Mainland Health Authorities in order to share resources, and optimize care and service. Biomedical Engineering for Providence Health Care (PHC), Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), Fraser Health (FH) and Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), is committed to supporting employees in use of medical technology for effective patient care. Recognized as four of British Columbia largest healthcare employers with over [phone number],[phone number]employees, working with teams, Biomedical Engineering provides a high level of consultation and involvement in the areas of device maintenance, patient safety, education, procurement, budgeting, planning, projects and design in regards to medical technology. Our approach is, to "apply best practices and knowledge from scope of resources to address medical technology issues at the point of patient care" to guide our efforts to align Biomedical Engineering and Programs as a single corporate entity. To view and apply to current opportunities with Biomedical Engineering for, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services Authority, Fraser Health and Vancouver Coastal Health, click on the link below. All applications need to be submitted through the link above to be considered.