R&D Engineer II (Medical Devices)- HYBRID (Alpharetta, GA)

Position Overview

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, the company has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, ensuring that healthcare remains at the forefront for hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities.

This position will perform research and development activities related to the O&M Products & Healthcare Services Portfolio. You will lead R&D activities on small to medium-sized projects and support senior engineers or work with Project Managers on larger programs. Responsibilities include product design and development, cost savings and sustaining engineering activities – defining product requirements, prototyping concepts, developing manufacturable designs, and testing products to meet defined specifications. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, and Manufacturing Engineers, with a focus on Medical, Consumer, Cleanroom, and Industrial Gloves portfolios.

Compensation: $100,000 per yr. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.

Key Responsibilities

• Typically works as a contributor to projects of all types or leads small to medium projects of lower complexity.
• Works independently with low to mid level of guidance from more senior engineers and management, completing basic to moderately complex engineering tasks with some oversight.
• Understands a wide range of technical principles, theories and techniques applied to design and manufacturing; incorporates leading-edge thinking into projects and plans.
• Deals with change and ambiguity on projects by proposing options that result in potential solutions.
• Makes technical decisions with little to moderate assistance and seeks appropriate guidance from senior team members when needed.
• Understands customer requirements and works to ensure that expectations are met or exceeded.
• May provide guidance and work direction to lower level engineers, and coach peers within R&D or supervise/lead technicians, co-ops, or interns.
• Documents work appropriately within defined procedures.
• Generates and analyzes test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.
• Learns about intellectual property and documents intellectual property according to established company procedures.
• Develops effective schedules in collaboration with cross-functional teams and management, making independent decisions and obtaining buy-in as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BS in Engineering or Science Related Field with 2+ years of relevant experience OR MS in Engineering with 0+ years OR PhD in Engineering with 0+ years
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of teammates.
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis tools and/or software.
• Previous industry experience in development or change management of class I or II medical devices.
• Familiarity with Quality System Regulations (Design Control and Process Validation) compliant with the FDA and other regulatory agencies.
• Previous experience resolving technical issues and implementing solutions.
• Capability to lead and manage projects of small to medium scope.
• Ability to interface effectively with healthcare professionals and medical device customers.
• Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 20% (must be able to obtain a passport).

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plan – Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.
• Educational Assistance – Available for eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability – Coverage provided by the employer.
• Voluntary Supplemental Programs – Options include supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurances to secure your financial future.
• Support for Your Growing Family – Includes adoption assistance, fertility benefits (within medical plan), and parental leave.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) – Voluntary financial programs to help prepare for your future, along with other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Leave – A range of leave options including sick days, short-term leave, holidays, vacation, personal days, and parental leave.
• Well-Being Programs – Access to a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resource Services, and discount programs at no cost.