Requisition ID: 6751

Job Title: R&D Senior Engineer II

Job Country: United States (US)

Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:

• Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
• Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
• Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future.

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit www.avanos.com.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The R&D Senior Engineer II plays a key role in Avanos’ New Product Development (NPD) organization, contributing to the design, development, and commercialization of innovative medical devices that advance patient care. This position combines hands-on design ownership, strong technical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure products meet user needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

The R&D Senior Engineer II is responsible for leading design workstreams within complex programs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring engineering excellence throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design and development activities for assigned subsystems or product components through all phases of the PDP.
• Develop and refine 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, specifications, and tolerance analyses consistent with design control and DFM/DFA principles.
• Conduct and document design reviews, FMEA, and risk assessments to ensure robust performance, reliability, and patient safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Systems, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Technical Operations, Project Head) to translate user needs and system requirements into actionable design inputs.
• Support prototype builds, design verification and validation testing, and root cause analysis for design issues.
• Apply sound engineering principles in areas such as mechanical design, fluidics, and electromechanical integration to develop effective solutions.
• Work Technical Operations teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-efficient, and scalable.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers within the team.
• Support intellectual property development through design innovation and technical documentation.

Your qualifications

Required:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in medical device design and development.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T, and mechanical design fundamentals.
• Demonstrated experience leading design efforts for Class II or III medical devices.
• Solid understanding of risk management, verification/validation testing, and documentation best practices.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and drive projects to completion in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to design documentation and traceability.

Preferred:

• Experience with electromechanical systems, fluid delivery, or disposable/reusable medical device interfaces.
• Working knowledge of materials selection, molding processes, or sterilization methods (EO, gamma, e-beam).
• Experience collaborating with contract manufacturers or development partners.
• Participation in IP generation or patent applications.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Salary Range:

The anticipated average base pay range for this position is $104,000.00 - $121,000.00. In addition, this role is eligible for an attractive incentive compensation program and benefits. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the base posted.

Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a current employee of Avanos, please apply here

Join us at Avanos
Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.

Make your career count
Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees – through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary – our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.

Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.

Avanos also offers the following:

benefits on day 1

free onsite gym

onsite cafeteria

HQ region voted 'best place to live' by USA Today

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