Senior Product Development Engineer – Spine

A rapidly growing, innovation-driven orthopedic medical device company is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to support advanced spine implant and instrumentation programs. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about improving surgical outcomes and wants to take meaningful ownership across the full product development lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, launch, and ongoing product evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive full-cycle design and development of spine implants and surgical instrumentation

• Develop and refine product designs to enhance performance, quality, and manufacturability

• Lead cross-functional technical project teams through feasibility, planning, execution, and launch

• Define project timelines and budgets; track and communicate progress

• Create and maintain design documentation in compliance with medical device design controls

• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Quality to support submissions, training, and production scale-up

• Provide technical support and education to internal teams and surgeon users

• Determine and execute appropriate product testing for safety and performance

• Engage in occasional travel for lab visits, surgeon interactions, and industry events (international travel possible)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or Software Engineering

• ~5+ years of engineering experience (medical device preferred)

• Proven ability to manage design projects with limited oversight

• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo/Pro-E preferred)

• Understanding of FDA and ISO standards for medical device development

• Knowledge of orthopedic anatomy and surgical workflow (spine preferred)

• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, or manufacturing processes a plus

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines

What This Role Offers

• Opportunity to develop cutting-edge spine technologies used in complex procedures

• High-visibility role on programs critical to company growth

• Exposure to leading surgeons and cutting-edge clinical techniques

• Culture focused on education, engineering excellence, and continuous innovation

• Clear path for professional development and expanded leadership responsibility
  
  Please apply using the link below or send your resume to careers@mdrsource.com
  
  Base salary range $120K-$150K, plus bonus, excellent benefits, 401K, long term incentive. Position based in FL, excellent relocation program available.
  
  Qualified candidates who apply will be contacted promptly for a complete discussion of all the details on this opportunity.

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