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Why Join Us?

OrthoCor Medical, a division of Caerus Corp, is a rapidly growing medical device company. We are proud to design and manufacture innovative solutions that improve patient care and outcomes.  We provide engineers with the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, manufacturing, and commercialization while making a direct impact on product innovation and company growth.

Work Location: This is a fully onsite position and requires regular in-person attendance at our Blaine, MN location. This role is not eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Research & Development Engineer to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of the Company's medical devices and therapeutic products. This role applies engineering expertise and independent judgment to develop innovative solutions, support regulatory and quality requirements, and improve product performance throughout the product lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring products from concept to commercialization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new products, product enhancements, and manufacturing solutions to meet customer, regulatory, quality, and business requirements

• Apply engineering analysis and independent judgment to evaluate design alternatives, troubleshoot technical issues, and recommend solutions

• Develop product specifications, design requirements, test methods, and acceptance criteria

• Conduct product testing, verification, validation, and risk management activities in accordance with design control and quality system requirements

• Analyze test results, manufacturing feedback, customer feedback, and product performance data to identify opportunities for improvement

• Support the transfer of new products and design changes into manufacturing through development of documentation, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, and training materials 

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to evaluate materials, components, and manufacturing processes

• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, drawings, bills of materials, validation reports, risk analyses, and engineering change documentation

• Support regulatory submissions and compliance activities for new and existing products

• Provide technical support for manufacturing, quality investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline required, Master’s degree preferred 

• 3–7+ years of engineering experience in product development, design engineering, or R&D within a regulated industry (medical device preferred) 

• Experience working under design control frameworks (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485) including documentation, verification/validation, and risk management  

• Demonstrated ability to independently design, analyze, and develop engineered products or components from concept through production release 

• Experience with product verification and validation activities, including test planning, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting 

• Strong understanding of engineering principles related to mechanical systems, materials, manufacturing processes, or electromechanical systems 

• Basic textiles, soft goods manufacturing and/or sewing knowledge is a plus 

Compensation:
Caerus Corp provides the following information about compensation for this position:

• Salary Range: $75,000 – $120,000 per year.

• Benefits:

  • Health, dental, vision, basic life, and AD&D insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

  • Paid time off (Vacation and Protected paid time) and 6 company designated holidays

  • Tuition Assistance Program

  • Employee Brace Program

The salary range is based on several factors which will vary based on position.  These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include but not limited to education, work experience, scope and responsibilities of position and geographic location.

Employment Eligibility / E-Verify:

Caerus Corp participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Employment eligibility will be verified after hire through completion of Form I-9 and the E-Verify process, as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Caerus Corp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation
The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact talentaquisition@caeruscorp.com.

Caerus Corp., headquartered in Blaine, MN is a developer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative medical devices and soft goods.  Our brands include: OrthoCor Medical, Red Fox Innovations and New Options Sports.