• Mechanical Engineer

    Actalent (Irvine, CA)


    Job Title: Clinical Development Engineer

    Job Description

    Join a pioneering medical device company at the forefront of developing a novel transcatheter therapy for valvular heart disease. We are seeking a Clinical Development Engineer to support early human use and pivotal clinical studies. This exciting role is based in Irvine, CA.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and refine preclinical and clinical procedures.

    + Support patient selection and procedural planning using imaging tools such as echo, CT, and fluoroscopy.

    + Provide on-site support for clinical cases.

    + Assist in regulatory and FDA study planning.

    + Create and execute test methods, protocols, and equipment validation.

    + Analyze patient outcomes and contribute to design verification.

    + Collaborate cross-functionally to improve clinical and technical processes.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

    + Proficiency in Solidworks.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, or related engineering field preferred.

    + Experience in medical device and clinical development.

    + Knowledge in cardiovascular systems, TMVR, and new product development.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with imaging software such as 3mensio and TomTec is a plus.

    + Experience in design, research and development, clinical research, and clinical studies.

    + Understanding of valve design, human factors, and animal testing.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, California.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $67.00 - $97.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.