Engineer, Laboratory R&D

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Duties and responsibilities

• Design protocols and interprets results to validate functional test methods;
• Organize and perform Test Method Validation activities;
• Support the design and development of products by using various software such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and interpreting such results to aid in product design decisions.
• Lead and participate in initiatives aimed at improving medical device flow rate accuracy and related systems by developing and implementing fluid dynamic models;
• Create and design lab fixtures via design software such as Creo, and 3D-print the designed parts
• Be innovative with new cutting edge technologies on test methods and on test equipment;
• Reliably carry out procedures in an accurate and repeatable manner.
• Review results in lab notebooks and in any form of data handling system as required by established procedures;

Qualifications:

• Able to communicate in English and interact with multi-functional project team members;
• Able to statistically interpret test results and compile reports to validate all the functional tests methods;
• Knowledge of the engineering principles involved in projects and tasks assigned;
• Able to compile report and analysis in written and graphic form, describing observations and results of studies.
• Able to compile report and analysis in written and graphic form, describing observations and results of studies.

Education:

• Background: Degree in Engineering (Biomedical, mechanical or materials) or related scientific subjects;
• Experience in a similar role will be considered an asset;
• Previous experience with FEA and fluid dynamics will be considered an asset;
• Previous experience using design software such as Creo and AutoCAD will be considered an asset;
• Field of expertise: Laboratory Functional/Mechanical testing, statistics

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The minimum salary for this position is €27,200 annually. Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change. This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits, discretionary bonuses, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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