Vantive · 3 hours ago
Principal Engineer, Material Scientist
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expVantive is a vital organ therapy company focused on extending lives and improving kidney care. The Principal Engineer, Materials Scientist will lead the research and design of materials for disposable products, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams.
Health CareMedicalTherapeuticsWellness
Responsibilities
Develop products/processes (materials, design, quality improvement, research techniques) incorporating multiple tasks in the disciplines of materials science and engineering for Renal products
Serve as the technical materials expert for design change programs (new products, suppliers, materials, labeling, CAPA/NCR, cost reduction, remediation)
Produce pilot production runs of materials and sheeting for the use in the development process and to establish process capability
Study design and hands on support with polymeric materials characterization, blending and processing
Identify, investigate, and solve complex engineering problems utilizing risk-based and customer focused approaches and engineering tools. (e.g. dFMEA, Human Factors Engineering, statistical software, CAD)
Coordinate and communicate the efforts of R&D in collaboration with global cross-functional stakeholders
Schedule, budget, and lead engineering projects with minimal guidance
Adhere to design control procedures, general safety rules, company policies and procedures, FDA and international regulations and guidance
May supervise engineers and/or technicians
May contribute to Vantive intellectual property through invention disclosures and patent applications
Qualification
Required
BS in Material Science or Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related science or engineering field
10+ years of related experience in disposables medical product development
Advanced knowledge of chemistry, material science and general engineering principles related to the development of new plastic materials
Advanced knowledge of plastic material processing including injection molding, extrusion, ultrasonic welding, UV/solvent bonding, and sterilization
Takes initiative with a high aptitude for learning, innovation, and implementing best practices and continuous improvements
Schedule, budget, and lead engineering projects with minimal guidance
Ability to train and coach others in area of technical expertise
Self-directed, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration and influencing skills
Preferred
MS or PhD preferred
Knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems desired
Knowledge of ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971 Medical Devices - Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices desired
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Aon Pooled Employer Plan (“Aon PEP”)
Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
The Employee Discount Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits
Company
Vantive
Vantive US Healthcare LLC specializes in kidney care and organ support therapies with digital solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-08-13Acquired
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