About the role

Biomedical Product Designer at Arbutus Medical developing electro-mechanical devices for surgical procedures. Collaborating with clinicians and engineers in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

Lead electro-mechanical device development from concept through proof-of-concept, design verification, and commercialization.
Develop early prototypes using 3D printing, machining, and rapid fabrication techniques.
Conduct feasibility, stress testing, and iterative experimentation across multiple product concepts.
Translate user needs into engineering requirements through direct engagement with clinicians and surgeons.
Build, test, and iterate functional prototypes both independently and in collaboration Product Design Lead.
Conduct 6–8 site visits annually to hospitals and healthcare environments across the U.S.
Observe product use in real-world settings, gather user feedback, and translate insights into practical design improvements.
Develop strong relationships with key clinical users to continually refine product direction and validate engineering assumptions.
Support existing products, including reliability improvements, design updates, and production/supplier challenges.
Work within controlled design and documentation processes appropriate for regulated environments (medical device experience preferred).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance, safety, and quality meet clinical and regulatory expectations.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
5-10 years of experience developing electro-mechanical hardware products; experience in medical devices or regulated environments is preferred.
High proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and a demonstrated eye for aesthetics and functionality in past design work (portfolio examples requested)
Strong prototyping skills: 3D printing, machining, rapid iteration, hands-on build experience.
Experience with electrical design, embedded systems, or integrating electronics into mechanical systems.
Hands-on experience soldering and assembling electrical assemblies (motors, batteries, PCB)
Experience with creating and executing testing plans, and building and programming custom testing apparatuses using Arduino/Raspberry Pi
Strong technical report writing skills and documentation of testing plans and results
Proven track record managing suppliers/OEM/ODMs in past projects
Familiarity with manufacturing methods like machining and injection molding
Familiarity with controlled design processes, documentation, and verification methods.
Nice to have: a demonstrated track record of bringing at least one device or complex hardware product from early concept through commercialization or market launch.
Ability to travel into the United States 6-8 times per year.

Competitive salary (budgeted base salary of $100,000-120,000)
An exciting opportunity to get in at the ground floor of a growing venture
Flexible working hours and work-from-home arrangements
Extended health benefits
Professional development funding
A purpose-driven workplace with passionate teammates who want to help patients and make a positive difference in the world