Research And Development Engineer - Akkodis : Job Details

Akkodis is seeking a Principal Engineer/ R&D Engineer for 12 months with a client in Gages Lake IL 60030

Title –Principal Engineer/ R&D Engineer

Location: Gages Lake IL 60030

Contract : 12 Months

Pay Range: $54/hr. - $55/hr.(The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)

Responsibility:

• With minimal guidance, the principal engineer schedules, interfacing with development groups and technical support groups.
• The principal R&D engineer devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles
• The principal R&D engineer is able to prioritize multiple tasks
• The principal R&D engineer supervises / coordinates a Snr Engineer / Engineer and / or coordinator on assigned work
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall ensure that the right choices are being made with regards to material choice, overall set design and supplier selection within the operation
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall be knowledgeable of various manufacturing processes such as: assembly, extrusion and Moulding.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall work towards meeting the intended use of the product in the various countries of sales, as applicable to the project s/he is leading
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall work towards developing/sustaining a product in accordance with defined Quality and Regulatory standards
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall be responsible for finalizing any reports/presentations related to his projects and any other necessary reports as the need arises
• The Principal R&D Engineer will also be responsible for the assignment of project activities within his/her project team, to meet committed milestones and project objectives
• Design Verification and Validation are to be carried out in accordance with ISO Standards, CE Norms, FDA, country specific norms and Quality Manual
• Design Verification Testing is to be planned/executed based upon knowledge of materials, fluid dynamics and correct usage/applicability of available equipment
• The principal engineer should be able to work with the Project Management Office (PMO), to plan out resources, budget, timelines throughout the project development lifecycle
• The principal engineer should be able to present the work achieved by his/her team to different stakeholders (as applicable)
• The principal engineer should design with manufacturability in mind; leading his/her team through various development activities that would eventually allow a smooth design transfer to manufacturing

Education:

Bachelor of Engineering (type not specific), 5-8 yrs of experience with focus areas around leading and/or managing technical projects, should have experience with disposable medical devices (e.g. IV sets), manufacturing processes, and product development

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance