Biomedical Engineer-Neurosurgery

The Product Development Engineer will play a key role in advancing innovative medical technologies within Mount Sinai BioDesign. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and entrepreneurship. The engineer will contribute to device design, prototyping, and testing while also engaging directly with clinicians to identify unmet needs through the Biodesign process. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in translational research and medical device innovation.

• Participate in surgeon and clinician interviews to identify clinical pain points and translate insights into engineering requirements.
• Assist in the design and development of medical device prototypes using CAD tools, 3D printing, machining, and other prototyping methods.
• Conduct bench testing and validation studies to characterize device performance.
• Support needs-finding, concept generation, and iterative design within the structured Biodesign process.
• Document design iterations, testing protocols, and results for regulatory, intellectual property, and grant purposes.
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners to refine concepts and ensure clinical relevance.
• Maintain lab resources, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to efficient prototyping workflows.
• Engage with external vendors and fabrication shops for materials, components, and device manufacturing.
• Provide cross-functional support on BioDesign projects spanning medical, engineering, and business disciplines.

• Minimum of Associates Degree (higher preferred).     Applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.  Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, knowledge of medical electronic technology and instrumentation acquired through completion of appropriate training, with a highly preferred certification from AAMI or other similar organizations
• 3 to 5 years of diversified experience in the medical electronics field with exposure to Heart/Lung and/or Balloon Pump technology or closely related training

Preferred Experience

• Hands on experience with CAD(SolidWorks, AutoCAD, prototyping tools and mechanical testing methods.
• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related discipline.