R&D Engineer

R&D Engineer III-Sustaining Engineer Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of an R&D Engineer for a contract position in Maple Grove, MN. The opportunity will be one year with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Position Summary: Position will not be working on new product development; rather, sustaining engineering. The client is seeking a highly motivated mechanical engineer to work in a biotechnology company. This R&D Engineer III will be an extended team member in sustaining engineering for a strategic product in our Interventional Oncology and Embolization business. This role will involve complex technology and the ability to be at the forefront of research and development for our customer-centered approach to serve cancer patients. The Sustaining Engineer is responsible for maintaining and improving existing products, processes, and systems to ensure ongoing quality, reliability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. This role bridges engineering and manufacturing, supporting cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, implement design changes, and improve product lifecycle performance. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:Provide engineering support for existing PI EME systems, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA). Lead and implement engineering change orders (ECOs), design updates, or component substitutions. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and regulatory teams to address non-conformances, process improvements, and product updates. Support validation and verification activities (V&V) for design or process changes. Works independently to plan and schedule own activities necessary to meet timelines. Designs and coordinates standard engineering tests and experiments. Designs, procures, and fabricates tooling and fixtures. Summarizes, analyzes, and draws conclusions from test results. Prepares standard reports/documentation to communicate results to the technical community. May train and/or provide work direction to technicians. Works cooperatively with process development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, and marketing to ensure project success. Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements. Qualifications:Degree in Engineering – mechanical is preferred, and will be moved to the top of the list. BS Degree with 3-4+ years' experience If an MS degree in engineering, 2+ years of experience Medical device design and or process experience preferred. Desire for leadership with traits of being an independent thinker, self-starting, and with strong communication skills. Strong mechanical aptitude with a creative, unbiased approach to problem solving. Proficient in SolidWorks If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities, including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!