Research Engineer I

Job Title

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, 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.

This position involves imaging/fractography and material analysis on returned product as well as research, NPI (new product introduction) and manufacturing investigations. Frequent communication with internal and external customers is expected. Both teamwork and individual contributions are valued. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, driven and efficient.

This is an on-site position, 5 days per week (Monday - Friday) in Warsaw, IN.

How You'll Create Impact

Running chemical characterization and microscopy investigations

Creating reports on findings from investigations

Tracking, organizing and communicating status of investigations within the laboratory

Providing timely updates on tasks progress and day to day activities

Working with Data Management Systems

Assisting with instrumentation maintenance, lab supply moves, and documentation

Performing tasks as assigned by direct supervisor or designee

Other duties as assigned

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What Makes You Stand Out

Possess knowledge of analytical test methods including, but not limited to SEM-EDS, optical microscopy, fractography.

Possess knowledge of material science/metallurgical engineering, manufacturing processing.

Experience with Titanium, Cobalt, and Stainless Steel alloys.

Computer literate with familiarity with MS Excel and Word

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Results oriented with the ability to accomplish work in a team environment

Strong attention to detail

Demonstrated enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Ability to work unsupervised on assigned tasks

Highly developed organizational skills – able to handle multiple high priority tasks/projects concurrently.

Your Background

Bachelors or greater in Materials Science, Biomaterials or similar

Experience required using optical and SEM imaging techniques, with fracture analysis background, preferably in a related field.

Travel Expectations: Less than 5%

EOE