OEM Senior Project Engineer I - South Jordan, UT

Job Description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Performs senior level and diversified technical engineering work such as the design, manufacture and operation of medical device components, assemblies and systems while providing project management on respective OEM projects in broad areas of assignment. Gathers new and varied OEM product ideas as well as customer defined products and evaluates their potential and practicality. Coordinates the initial stages of product planning and development, including financial, engineering and manufacturing issues. Travels to customer locations throughout the world to work on customer projects as well as prospect for new customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Performs senior level and diversified technical engineering work such as the design, manufacture and operation of medical device components, assemblies and systems while providing project management on respective OEM projects in broad areas of assignment.
2. Works with OEM customers to increase the ability of Merit to understand and meet specific customer needs by:
   • Identifying problems not met by existing products.
   • Discussing possible changes in product specifications based upon the unique needs of individual customers.
3. Works with OEM by:
   • Identifying opportunities for adding accessories or improving product operation.
   • Communicating customer specifications and product needs to Engineering and Manufacturing staff.
4. Travels throughout the world to meet with customers, work on OEM projects and prospect for new business.
5. Coordinates the initial stages of product planning and development, including financial, engineering and manufacturing issues.
6. Provides project management and/or participates as a team leader. May also participate as member of OEM management in an interdepartmental team/project.
7. Exercises judgment in project management for high priority projects and assignments.
8. Serves as OEM liaison to other departments in the absence of the department Director.
9. Performs other related project management tasks as needed.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.
• Writing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending
• Visual acuity
• Color perception
• Depth perception
• Reading
• Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Work related experience equivalent to six years of product management, engineering, manufacturing, and/or appropriate sales experience.
• Experience in the medical device field preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple, large and high priority projects efficiently and effectively and to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to conduct and/or supervise the development process in an organized and methodical manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to act as a team leader while supervising OEM's efforts as related to high priority projects.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare professional written and oral presentations and market analysis.
• Excellent market research skills and the ability to report research findings with high degrees of validity and reliability.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving
• Standard scientific techniques/procedures/criteria
• Special projects/ECN's
• Project management
• Sales/customer service oriented
• Technical writing
• Problem solving
• Computer skills
• Presentation skills

COMMENTS

Merit Medical Systems, Inc., an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V, is a dynamic, progressive and innovative company with a strong global presence. Our culture is highly energetic, family friendly, values its employees, and promotes them as standard business practice. To see what it is like to work at Merit take a look at our new recruiting video on YouTube at www.youtube.com/meritmedical to see the video titled "Great people, Great products, Great Company". Merit currently has the above opening located in South Jordan, Utah. Excellent compensation and benefits packages will be offered to the right candidate.

COMPANY HISTORY Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ, MMSI) was founded in 1987 by Fred P. Lampropoulos. Merit develops, manufactures and markets single-use medical devices primarily for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular and vascular disease. Merit has been successful in introducing and marketing innovative, high-quality products through its expertise in new product design and its capabilities in injection and insert molding of plastics; the application of its proprietary electronic and sensor-based technologies; and wire, extrusion and catheter technologies. Merit also develops and markets embolotherapeutic products for the treatment of uterine fibroids, hypervascularized tumors, and arteriovenous malformations. Embolotherapy procedures are primarily performed by interventional radiologists and use bioengineered microspheres to create targeted vascular occlusion and drug delivery. The Company is utilizing its competitive advantages and technologies to develop and offer products that address a wide range of needs related to cardiology and radiology procedures performed in hospitals. Sales are made primarily to U.S. hospitals through a direct sales force. The Company markets its products in over 60 countries worldwide, utilizing a direct sales force in Europe, and distributors for the remainder of the world.

MERIT MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC.

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Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* No Cost Onsite Dental Clinic | Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

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