Noah Medical

Utilize computational methods (FEA/ CFD) to improve design of prototypes. Coordinate with clinical engineering team to plan and execute in-vivo/ cadaver labs. Use data from computational/ bench top/in-vivo studies to optimize/improve design. Direct experience in working with polymer extrusions, catheter composites, braiding, coiling, machining, laser cutting, and rapid prototyping. Previous experience in utilizing computational tools for FEA/CFD is plus

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About The Team:

Noah Medical’s Research and Innovation (R&I) Team is responsible for helping identify, define, and explore the front end of endoluminal surgical innovation. The team focuses on generating solutions to address new clinical opportunities, investigates and synergizes technologies, and ultimately delivers proof of concepts that demonstrate clinical and business viability.The Sr. Catheter Engineer will apply their experience in championing exploration, design, and development of catheter-based devices from concept to prototyping and testing.
A Day In The Life Of Our Sr. Catheter Engineer:

Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of early-stage prototypes for catheter-based medical devices

Specialize in the integration of electronics, sensors, flex-circuits, and imaging into catheter based devices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical engineering and product marketing to refine and optimize prototype designs

Utilize proven catheter development methods like braiding, coiling, extrusions, reflowing, lamination, to improve catheter performance

Utilize computational methods (FEA/ CFD) to improve design of prototypes

Perform bench top tissue based evaluations of design prototypes

Coordinate with clinical engineering team to plan and execute in-vivo/ cadaver labs

Use data from computational/ bench top/in-vivo studies to optimize/improve design

Stay abreast of the latest advancements in endoluminal therapeutic modalities in order to form opinions and make recommendations to the broader team.

Collaborate with engineering counterparts from Noah Medical’s Product Development teams in order to leverage applicable legacy technologies and processes

Participate in the development of specifications, test methods, and protocols to ensure the functionality, safety, and efficacy of medical devices in accordance with medical device regulations

Perform rapid prototyping and design iterations to validate concepts

Lead assessments and make recommendations for solving challenging design problems at the component to system level via inspection, testing, analysis, and experimentation

Prepare and lead technical/concept reviews of responsible projects

Work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced start-up environment with minimal supervision and guidance

Generate and document novel ideas that strengthen the company’s IP position in the fields of surgical robotics and minimally invasive surgery

Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (software, electrical, imaging, robotics & control systems)

Attend clinical cases to develop an in-depth understanding of flexible endoscopy procedures.

Serve as an example of the Noah Medical Culture to the team, foster a collaborative environment, and facilitate career development opportunities for the team

About You:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or other related disciplines) or an advanced degree with required years of directly related experience (B.S. +5 yrs.; M.S.+3 yrs.; PhD+2 yrs.).

Direct experience in developing catheters with complex integrated electronics, sensors, or imaging capabilities.

Direct experience in the design of mechanical devices with at least 3 years of experience in designing/developing catheter based medical devices

Direct experience in working with polymer extrusions, catheter composites, braiding, coiling, machining, laser cutting, and rapid prototyping

Direct experience coordinating and managing the work of technicians

Advanced SolidWorks user with at least 3 years of experience using SolidWorks

Previous experience in utilizing computational tools for FEA/CFD is plus

Experience in developing single-use medical devices

Able to independently assess complex problems and situations to move projects forward

Experience with product development in a medical device engineering environment (or other regulated industry) is preferred.

Familiarity with design for manufacturing, design for reliability, and assembly

Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams

Demonstrated ability to generate original ideas with a history of relevant patents

Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and negotiation skills; proven collaborator.

Strong team player with a demonstrated history of success working in a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional environment

Candidates will work primarily from the Sunnyvale and Pleasanton offices, and will occasionally travel to Noah’s San Carlos offices during intradepartmental events and other collaborative sessions

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time

Workplace Type: On-site

Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options

Equity & Bonus Program

Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance

Mental health support through medical insurance programs

Legal and Pet Insurance

12+ paid holidays, 15-20 days of PTO + use-what-you-need sick days

Paid parental leave

In-office snacks and beverages

In-office lunch stipend

Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement

Team building and company organized social and celebration events

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