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Dedicated to innovation, our Surgical business unit is focused on identifying and solving critical, unmet needs in cardiac surgery. In understanding the challenges of open-heart surgery, we partner with surgical teams to deliver modern technologies intended to enhance patients’ quality of life and expand their potential treatment opportunities. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

**How you will make an impact** :

The individual in this role will provide expertise in the optimization of product development specifically focused on the transfer of technical design knowledge relevant to a specific product/project between locations.

+ Own the technical transfer of internal development projects:1.) Edward’s to Edward’s international locations (intra-Edwards transfers)2.) Edward’s to external global Contract Manufacturing locations (inter-company transfers)

+ Initiate and lead in the improvement, design and optimization of highly complex experiments and tests, analyze results (including appropriate statistical analyses), provide complex recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles that translate to innovative products

+ Generate work instructions, test methods, engineering models and drawings/prototypes, etc., to establish/characterize product and/or process specifications

+ Oversee R&D support tasks; give instruction to technicians/engineers on conducting tests; train technicians/engineers and provide feedback; and coordinate technician/engineer work.

+ May lead cross functional teams through complex design control activities including requirement specs, and risk documents with substantial knowledge on design control requirements

+ Develop project plans to assess, plan, and transfer complex mechanical device assemblies and technologies and drive project results

+ Provide direction and guidance on strategies related to technical solution areas

+ Proactively identify issues, achieve resolution, and resolve problems of highly significant complexity on designing parts, components and subsystems

+ Train, coach, and guide lower level employees on more complex procedures

+ Other incidental duties

What you'll need (Required):

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with a minimum of 8 years of experience, including either industry or industry/education **-OR-** Master's Degree or equivalent in in Engineering or Scientific field with a minimum of 7 years of experience, including either industry or industry/education **-OR-** Ph.D. or equivalent in in Engineering or Scientific field with a minimum of 4 years of experience, including either industry or industry/education

+ Must be willing to travel up to 50% internationally and domestically

+ Must meet eligibility for obtaining a work visa in Israel

**What else we look for (Preferred)** :

+ Proficiency in the usage of relevant computer software (Solidworks, MS Office, MS Project, Minitab or equivalent statistical software, and FEA experience is desired)

+ Excellent documentation and communication skills

+ Excellent interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills

+ Recognized as an expert in own area within the organization

+ Expert knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering

+ High proficiency in the medical device regulatory environment with cardiovascular device preferred.

+ Experience with manufacturing processes including laser cutting and welding, molding, and machining.

+ Advanced problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills

+ Expert understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work

+ Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to influence change

+ Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing

+ Strict attention to detail

+ Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels

+ Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment

+ Represents organization as key technical contact on contracts and projects

+ Interacts with senior external representatives on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations

+ Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $136,000 to $192,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.