Inari Medical Staff R&D Process Development Engineer

Work Flexibility: Onsite

We are seeking a talented Process Development Engineer to support the development and commercialization of our next generation thrombectomy system. This engineer will play a critical role in developing and validating manufacturing processes that enable reliable production of highly complex interventional devices, with strong collaboration with R&D engineering.

This role is fully onsite role in Irvine, CA with the expectation to be in office 5 days a week.

Check out our product portfolio: Stryker Inari

What you will do:

• Develop, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes for next generation thrombectomy devices (capital and disposables)
• Develop fixtures and equipment for precision assembly and testing of medical devices
• Utilize strong understanding of process capability analysis (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk), statistical process control (SPC), and other statistical tools (DOE, ANOVA) to ensure process repeatability and scalability
• Lead IQ/OQ/PQ validations for critical processes such as:
  • Injection Molding
  • Bonding processes (e.g., automated gluing, ultrasonic welding, etc.)
  • In-process inspections and testing (e.g., leak testing)
• Collaborate with R&D to translate design intent into robust, commercially scalable processes including the use of DFM best practices
• Support design transfer activities from the R&D environment to a cleanroom environment
• Support root cause investigations and implement CAPAs for process-related issues
• Document processes, validations, and risk assessments in compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 25539 (vascular implants)

What you need:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Biomedical preferred)
• 4+ years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Subject Matter Expertise level of understanding pertaining to the design for injection molded parts and molding process development
• Experience in process development/manufacturing engineering within medical device space specifically for injection molded components
• Proficiency in fixture/tooling design using SolidWorks CAD
• Skilled in statistical analysis and software (Minitab, JMP)
• Familiarity with risk management (DFMEA, PFMEA) and regulatory expectations for Class II/III interventional devices
• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification

$100,700 - $165,100 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Travel Percentage: 10%

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