Engineer II, R&D

Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our R&D Engineering team, you will work closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients’ lives around the world.

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

Edwards Lifesciences is looking for an Engineer II to join the THV Access R&D team to work on a next-generation expandable sheath in support of our Transcatheter Heart Valve Replacement platforms. This role will be support technical design and development throughout the full development cycle from product concept through commercialization, working with a cross-functional team to achieve both clinical and commercial milestones.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Support and drive testing of product
• Support and drive design verification testing 
• Support the technical development of the next-generation Access device, including Design for Manufacturing considerations, through all phase of the Design Control process
• Work on the development of product and component specifications
• Cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, Clinical, Regulatory, and Marketing team members
• Support a long-term strategy for deploying new design solutions within the Access platform; partner with process development team and commercial manufacturing sites to implement new designs
• Think critically to solve complex technical issues
• Promote knowledge sharing within the team and across teams/functions

What you’ll need:

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline is required; preferably Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience, medical device experience is preferred. 

What else we look for:

• Adequate problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
• Basic understanding of statistical techniques
• Capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and experience
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to work, excel, and manage competing priorities within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $85,000 to $120,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.  

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.