Position: Advanced Materials Engineer, Medical Device

Location: RTP

Employment Type: Full-time

Covalent Recruiting has partnered with a client at the forefront of next-generation, precision medical devices that transform patient care. Our multidisciplinary team works at the intersection of advanced materials science, additive manufacturing, and biomedical engineering to deliver innovative, safe, and effective solutions for healthcare.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Advanced Materials Engineer to lead the design, testing, and optimization of next-generation materials for additive manufacturing applications. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in polymers, photocurable resins, and filaments, with a strong understanding of biocompatibility requirements for medical devices. This role will work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure all materials meet performance, regulatory, and ISO standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, select, and optimize advanced materials (resins, filaments, composites, and metals) for additive manufacturing in medical devices.

• Evaluate and ensure material biocompatibility in compliance with ISO 10993 and other relevant regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate materials into product design and manufacturing workflows.

• Conduct performance testing, chemical characterization, and mechanical property analysis of candidate materials.

• Troubleshoot material performance issues and implement process improvements.

• Maintain detailed technical documentation, including material specifications, test protocols, and regulatory compliance records.

• Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and evolving ISO/ASTM standards related to additive manufacturing and medical device materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field 
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• 2+ years of experience in advanced materials development in a highly regulated environment, preferably within the medical device industry

• Hands-on experience with resin, filament, and metal additive manufacturing processes

• Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry, material characterization techniques, surface modification methods, and post-processing techniques

• Familiarity with ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards and ISO 13485 quality management systems

• Experience working in regulated environments (FDA, MDR) is strongly preferred

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Join Us

• Work on groundbreaking technologies that improve patient outcomes

• Collaborate with a passionate, innovative team

• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth