Spinal Instruments Development Engineer - Watertown, MA

Reporting directly into the CTO, you will be responsible for the following:

• Drive product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO design controls.
• Design complete spinal instrument systems for procedures, including trials, inserters, distractors, reduction tools, and minimally invasive workflows.
• Partner with surgeons and key opinion leaders to gather feedback and tailor instruments to surgical needs.
• Participate in labs and operating room observations to optimize ergonomics, usability, and workflow.
• Collaborate with implant design teams to ensure seamless integration and system-level performance.
• Create CAD models incorporating biomechanics and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Manage timelines, risks, and cross-functional communication across engineering, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing.
• Conduct verification and validation activities, including mechanical testing, FEA, and usability assessments.
• Maintain design documentation such as DHF, specifications, drawings, and risk files.

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