Associate Clinical Engineer

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.  We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.

## What You Can Expect

Associate Clinical Engineer – Paragon 28 (Zimmer Biomet)

Location: Englewood, CO

At Paragon 28, we are relentlessly focused on advancing foot and ankle surgery. As an Associate Clinical Engineer, you will sit at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and patient care. You will drive the patient-specific design process, transforming medical imaging into additively manufactured, patient-matched devices.

What you'll do :

• Innovate for the Individual: Own the end-to-end design process for custom, 3D-printed medical implants and instruments.

• Map the Solution: Review and refine virtual surgical plans and intricate guide designs.

• Collaborate with Experts: Maintain direct, high-impact communication with surgeons to ensure designs match their exact clinical needs.

## How You'll Create Impact

- Review medical imaging, including CT scans and x-rays.
- Virtually plan and review surgical procedures.
- Communicate with surgeons to gain approval of patient-specific surgical plans.
- Observe surgery (live, cadaver, or video) on lower extremity pathology.
- Interface with 3rd party suppliers, contractors, testing houses, etc.
- Create detailed reports and case documentation.
- Communicate with development and quality engineers for project-related issues.
- Perform quality checks to ensure patient-matched device designs meet released specifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

## Your Background

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- Entry level, 0-2 years of clinical or medical device design experience.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to visualize objects in 3D space.
- Proficient with 3D design (parametric or surface modeling) software.  Solidworks 3D CAD and Materialise 3-matic preferred.

- Knowledge of basic engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
- Detail oriented and capable of handling multiple assignments at once.
- General knowledge of human anatomy and biomechanics.  Materialise Mimics experience and familiarity with DICOM imaging preferred.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Effective communication and presentation skills with ability to convey information and respond to questions from peers and colleagues.
- Ability to work in a team environment.

## Travel Expectations

0%-10% of overnight travel may be required.

## Compensation Data

Salary:  $50,000 - $70,000 USD Annually depending on skills and experience

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