R&D Engineer

Are you ready to join a world leader in the exciting and dynamic fields of the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries? PQE Group has been at the forefront of these industries since 1998, with 40 subsidiaries and more than 2000 employees in Europe, Asia and the Americas.

We are currently seeking a R&D Engineer to join our dynamic Research & Development team. This role involves the development of high-precision, regulated products, with strong focus on usability, safety, and compliance with applicable standards and procedures The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, hands-on experience in product development, and deep knowledge of applicable regulations and validation techniques.

Please note: Although the primary location for this role is Barcelona, for approximately the first 6 months (which may extend beyond this period) the selected candidate will be required to work 100% on-site in Sant Quirze del Vallès (Barcelona province) .

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for designing and developing new technology-based products and processes.
• Analyze and understand the positioning of the product or process.
• Translate functional needs into technical specifications.
• Set up the verification and validation phases.
• Correct and improve the product, service, or process.
• Support production start-up and product launch.
• Participate in benchmarking and testing of competitive products to gain relevant information applicable to product specifications.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required; a postgraduate or master's degree in a relevant field of research is preferred.
• Alternatively, a minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience in a related industry.
• Proficient in computer-aided engineering tools (CAx).
• Proficiency in Spanish is highly valued due to the international nature of the role.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Familiarity with the patent systems (EPA and USPTO).
• Experience with statistical analysis and computer-assisted experimental design (e.g., Minitab, Statgraphics).
• Hands-on experience with catheter-based medical devices, vascular implants, or stentretrievers.

Core Competencies

(As per Annex A-03-02 Competence Matrix)

• - Risk Management
• - Packaging / Sterile Barrier Systems Design and Validation
• - Usability Engineering (Human Factors)
• - Labelling & Instructions for Use (IFU)

Next Steps

Upon receiving your application, if a match is found, the Recruiting department will contact you for an initial HR interview.

If there's a positive match, a technical interview with the Hiring Manager will be arranged.

In the case of a positive outcome coming from Hiring Manager interview, recruiter will contact you for further steps or to discuss our proposal.

Alternatively, if the outcome is negative, we will contact you to halt the recruitment process.

Working at PQE Group

As a member of the PQE team, you will be part of a challenging, multicultural company that values collaboration and innovation. PQE Group gives you the opportunity to work on international projects, improve your skills and interact with colleagues from all corners of the world.

If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, PQE Group is the perfect place for you.

Apply now and take the first step towards an amazing future with us.