Growth is our focus at CONMED, and we know that innovation is key to growth and our success! We are dedicated to innovation across our product portfolio and believe in the power of engaged talent on our teams. If you have a growth-mindset, have innovation top-of-mind and want to be a part of a high performing team, consider applying to join CONMED as a Senior Mechanical Engineer.
This position is for a critical member of our Advanced Surgical division's R&D team, based in Denver, CO. The engineer will have immediate opportunities to contribute to CONMED's active product portfolio with a focus on minimally invasive surgical technologies designed to deliver real benefits to surgeons, hospitals, and their patients.
Advanced Surgical products include:
Advanced insufflation systems
Advanced energy systems
Advanced smoke management systems
Laparoscopic surgical instruments
Responsibilities:
Sustain high-quality, reliable disposable and/or capital medical products for surgical procedures, ensuring exceptional performance and adherence to industry standards while maintaining consistent product continuity for our customers.
Assume full responsibility for all phases of design, development, component procurement, assembly, verification, validation, and manufacturing, ensuring compliance with medical device standards and regulations.
Conduct and oversee thorough investigations to identify root causes of product issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Oversee conceptual designs, detailed designs, CAD modeling, prototyping, and troubleshooting, working independently across all aspects of the product development cycle.
Independently develop test protocols, comprehensive reports, and compelling presentations related to design activities, demonstrating expertise and precision.
Conduct thorough verification and validation testing to ensure reliability and compliance.
Lead high-performance, cross-functional project teams.
Strategically partner with customers to gain deep insights into their needs and meticulously define project requirements, ensuring precision and alignment with their expectations.
Guarantee that all designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures.
Communicate technical concepts and design solutions to stakeholders, including senior management and customers.
Demonstrate deep mastery of core engineering principles.
Actively mentor and support the development of fellow team members.
Assist with quality management system reviews and participate in external audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
Contribute to procedural updates and best practices and develop job aids for other engineers to utilize in completion of common to complex job functions.
This role requires a talented and driven team player who is eager to contribute to multiple exciting projects and initiatives. If you enjoy working in a cross-functional and fast-paced team environment, we invite you to apply for consideration!
Required Qualifications:
8+ years engineering work experience required
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or highly related field) required
Other Attributes:
Mastery of 3-D CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent
Proficiency using GD&T and creating engineering drawings
Expertise in mechanical design principles, including stress analysis and materials selection
Strong knowledge of design for manufacturing, such as machining, injection molding, and assembly
Strong technical writing skills
High level knowledge of statistics
Experience leading cross-functional and technical teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a regulated environment, such as FDA 21 CFR 820 or similar
Strong knowledge of FEA / CFD tools
Strong understanding of medical device regulations
-Strong knowledge in root cause investigations and problem solving
Mastery of project management principles and budgeting
Experience sustaining active products, either in R&D or Manufacturing
This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship.
Disclosure as required by applicablelaw, the annual salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED's good faith belief at the time of this posting.
Coloradoresidents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
This job posting is anticipated to close on April, 10 2026. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.
Benefits:
CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our
Benefits Page
for more information.
Competitive compensation
Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
Competitive compensation
Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!
CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster
reaffirms this commitment.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.
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