Biomedical Engineer, Mechanical Design and Fabrication

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The job details are as follows:

What We Do

We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.

Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”. We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.

How You’ll Contribute

The mission of the Organ Manufacturing group (OMG) within United Therapeutics is to develop novel technology focusing on creating 3D printed, bioengineered lung scaffolds with the key biological functions that are ready for transplantation. The Biomedical Engineer, Mechanical Design and Fabrication position will assist in designing new bioreactors and the associated hardware/tools to culture 3D printed lung scaffold.

• Collaborate with supervisors to design and fabricate new bioreactor-related prototypes using appropriate materials and methods to support tissue engineering efforts
• Work with vendors to identify a path from prototyping to manufacturing of bioreactor parts at scale with focus on reproducibility, biocompatibility and maintenance of sterile conditions
• Collaborate with internal partners, assist in solving emerging problems in our existing and emerging bioreactor systems
• Record and manage inventory and use of materials needed to assemble bioreactors
• Provide training sessions regarding upgrades, features, and functionality of bioreactors
• Prepare reports, technical documents and SOP for internal and external use
• Report and present data to other team members individually and at group meetings
• Meet 1:1 with managers to review results and progress
• Perform all other duties as assigned
  
  
  

For this role you will need

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering or industrial design and 2+ years of relevant post-Bachelor's degree industry experience OR Master’s Degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or industrial design
• Strong 3D CAD Solid Modeling
• Prototyping and 3D printing experience
• Familiarity with mechanical fabrication and outsourcing
• Knowledge of fluid flow mechanics and heat transfer
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and documentations
• Good documentation practices
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
  
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience with perfusion-based bioreactors
• Understanding of sensors and control systems
• Computational fluid dynamics experiences (CFD)
  
  
  

At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers’ credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients.

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities