Engineer 1, Natural Materials (Bioceramics)

Exton, PA

The Engineer 1, Natural Materials (Bioceramics) will assure that dsm-firmenich Biomedical products are of consistent and high quality by: Assuming responsibility for duties related to the research, development, testing and manufacturing of medical device materials, products or technologies in compliance with GMP and ISO standards and participating on project teams consisting of R&D, Commercialization, Advance Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Business Development and Finance within the PMP/project management process.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and implement improvements (productivity, efficiency, reliability) to existing processes or products. Assist production and quality personnel in the training, initial launch, and validation of new products and processes. Provide technical interface for internal and external stakeholders and customers.

• Develop and fabricate novel biomedical materials and processes from lab-scale level through manufacturing scale-up for the development and production of biomaterials and/or related implants or devices. Assist or take a lead role in the transition of acquired products, processes, and/or equipment into laboratory, manufacturing, or production environments.

• Plan, construct, and implement Design of Experiments (DOEs) and Risk Management Documentation as required to develop or validate new or existing products. Develop testing methods and complete Test Method Validation (TMV). Prepare protocols and reports, and provide recommendations based on completed experiments and/or tests. Develop and maintain design control systems and procedures that comply with all US/OUS medical device regulations.

• Perform analytical, mechanical, and biochemical assay testing, as well as natural materials manufacturing and characterization, according to DSM Quality Systems protocols for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products while maintaining a laboratory notebook and other associated documents. Independently plan, prioritize, and conduct research.

• Participate in project teams, taking responsibility for assigned tasks and ensuring their completion on time and within budget.

• Complete other tasks as assigned.

  We Bring:

• An open, trusted and flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.

• A firm belief that working together with our stakeholders and suppliers is the key to achieving great things.

• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

  You Bring:

• Ph.D., Master's, or Bachelor's degree in materials science and/or engineering in a relevant field; expertise in inorganic chemistry related to bioceramics, bioactive, and antibacterial glasses is preferred.

• Experienced with and/or skilled in materials processing, including physical and chemical processing such as milling, mixing, lyophilization, acid/base reactions, crosslinking, thermal treatment, and sterilization.

• Experienced with characterization and analysis of materials using techniques such as mechanical testing, DSC, FTIR, SEM, SDS-PAGE, particle size, surface area, porosity, and more for comprehensive material characterization.

• Experience with XRD, XRF, and ceramics structure/properties testing and analysis is preferred.

• Knowledge and experience working with Engineering & Quality tools (Statistics, Six Sigma, DFM, DOE, etc.)

• Computer literacy (i.e. Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Pro/E or similar CAD system, minitab).

• Understanding of Engineering concepts.

• Understanding of anatomy and surgical procedures.

• Good written and oral communications skills.

• Ability to function or lead as a part of a team.

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