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Who We Are
ABOUT ENOVIS™
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond.
At Enovis™ we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.
Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together. Why work at Enovis? See for yourself.
As a key member of the R&D Team you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.
Job Title:
Product Development Engineer – Upper Extremities
Reports To:
Sr. Engineering Manager
Location:
Austin, TX
Business Unit Description:
Driven by Enovis’ desire to create innovative products that help improve quality of life and restore movement to those suffering from degenerative arthritis, Enovis Surgical provides orthopedic surgeons with modern, patient-focused solutions for total joint arthroplasty. Enovis Surgical offers surgeons and their patients a full range of primary and revision implants for hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow reconstructive joint surgeries, in addition to the tools and digital health technology needed in today’s changing healthcare environment.
Job Title/High-Level Position Summary:
Participates in all aspects of the projects from proposal to final design/release for the assigned project by performing the following duties. Works with a cross-functional product team consisting of product development engineers, marketing product managers, manufacturing engineers, regulatory and QA engineers in the design and development of surgical instruments and implants medical devices used in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participates as an active member of the New Product Development Team
- Identifies and incorporates surgeon design requirements and product characteristics
- Confers with cross-function teams (by way of example and not exclusion, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing and Regulatory); accepts and completes tasks as assigned
- Creates product designs and documentation used to substantiate those devices (i.e. risk assessments, verification / validation activities, design review documentation, etc.)
- Uses 3-D Modeling to develop concepts and mechanism design (Solidworks)
- Compiles Design Dossiers or Design History Files
- Assuring compliance to FDA and ISO regulations and internal procedures
- Establishing and maintaining project schedule and budget
- Reviewing designs for feasibility, accuracy and technical soundness
- Defining and implementing testing requirements associated with projects
- Participate in the evaluation of new concepts presented to Enovis Surgical by surgeons or other Enovis Surgical employees
- Collaborate / lead other engineering personnel in formulating project plans, designs, cost estimates, and specifications
- Assures proper preparation of documentation as required per project plans including user needs, surgeon feedback / IP, engineering drawings, test plans, manufacturing instructions, design verification and validation, engineering change notices, artwork and other supporting engineering documents
- Working with manufacturing, supply chain and quality assurance, reviews and monitors quality and process improvements for new product development
- Participates in surgeon symposia, focus groups and surgeon consultant meetings
- Assists product development engineers and the Engineering Manager or Director of Shoulder Product Development with New Product Development projects
- Attends cadaver labs for learning purposes
- Works with both the marketing team and customers to develop conceptual designs, typically in the form of SLA models or metal prototypes of the product and present those designs back to the customers for evaluation
- Maintains all documentation necessary for a Design History File (DHF), including Design Input Documents, Design Validation Plans/Reports, Test Protocols/Reports, and Design Input/Output Matrix
- Develops project plans using appropriate planning software and periodically report on the progress of the project to upper management
- Develops detail engineering drawings, CAD modeling and release through design change system; understands GD&T and can apply it in tolerance stacking activities
- Works through internal prototype shop or contract through external vendors on developing prototypes
- Maintain basic knowledge of competitive technologies, in addition to medical, clinical, technical and biomedical developments in the field
- Maintain communications with customers and suppliers
- Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- 80% of time is spent in a resource capacity. 20% of responsibilities are in leadership activities.
Minimum Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 4 years of design / development experience; engineering co-op or internships is strongly desirable
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent
- Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, sales representatives, design surgeons, or members of the business community
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations
- Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, statistical analysis
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; spreadsheet software; internet software; contact / change management systems
Travel Requirements:
- <25%
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with 3D CAD packages (SolidWorks or NX preferred)
- Experience in medical devices and/or orthopedics preferred
- Experience working in a regulated industry preferred
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the manufacturing environment as required by local ordinance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the office environment as required by local ordinance. Employee is expected to work in varying environments, including office setting, mechanical testing lab, and cadaver lab. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
“Creating better together”. It’s the Enovis purpose, and it’s what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better – for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders – begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.
What does creating better together mean to us at Enovis? Discover the “why” behind our purpose, values and behaviors:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Spending and Savings Accounts
- 401(k) Plan
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Income Protection Plans
- Discounted Insurance Rates
- Legal Services
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.
Join us in creating better together.
Who We Are
ABOUT ENOVIS™
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond.
At Enovis™ we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.
Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together. Why work at Enovis? See for yourself.
As a key member of the R&D Team you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.
Job Title:
Product Development Engineer – Upper Extremities
Reports To:
Sr. Engineering Manager
Location:
Austin, TX
Business Unit Description:
Driven by Enovis’ desire to create innovative products that help improve quality of life and restore movement to those suffering from degenerative arthritis, Enovis Surgical provides orthopedic surgeons with modern, patient-focused solutions for total joint arthroplasty. Enovis Surgical offers surgeons and their patients a full range of primary and revision implants for hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow reconstructive joint surgeries, in addition to the tools and digital health technology needed in today’s changing healthcare environment.
Job Title/High-Level Position Summary:
Participates in all aspects of the projects from proposal to final design/release for the assigned project by performing the following duties. Works with a cross-functional product team consisting of product development engineers, marketing product managers, manufacturing engineers, regulatory and QA engineers in the design and development of surgical instruments and implants medical devices used in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participates as an active member of the New Product Development Team
- Identifies and incorporates surgeon design requirements and product characteristics
- Confers with cross-function teams (by way of example and not exclusion, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing and Regulatory); accepts and completes tasks as assigned
- Creates product designs and documentation used to substantiate those devices (i.e. risk assessments, verification / validation activities, design review documentation, etc.)
- Uses 3-D Modeling to develop concepts and mechanism design (Solidworks)
- Compiles Design Dossiers or Design History Files
- Assuring compliance to FDA and ISO regulations and internal procedures
- Establishing and maintaining project schedule and budget
- Reviewing designs for feasibility, accuracy and technical soundness
- Defining and implementing testing requirements associated with projects
- Participate in the evaluation of new concepts presented to Enovis Surgical by surgeons or other Enovis Surgical employees
- Collaborate / lead other engineering personnel in formulating project plans, designs, cost estimates, and specifications
- Assures proper preparation of documentation as required per project plans including user needs, surgeon feedback / IP, engineering drawings, test plans, manufacturing instructions, design verification and validation, engineering change notices, artwork and other supporting engineering documents
- Working with manufacturing, supply chain and quality assurance, reviews and monitors quality and process improvements for new product development
- Participates in surgeon symposia, focus groups and surgeon consultant meetings
- Assists product development engineers and the Engineering Manager or Director of Shoulder Product Development with New Product Development projects
- Attends cadaver labs for learning purposes
- Works with both the marketing team and customers to develop conceptual designs, typically in the form of SLA models or metal prototypes of the product and present those designs back to the customers for evaluation
- Maintains all documentation necessary for a Design History File (DHF), including Design Input Documents, Design Validation Plans/Reports, Test Protocols/Reports, and Design Input/Output Matrix
- Develops project plans using appropriate planning software and periodically report on the progress of the project to upper management
- Develops detail engineering drawings, CAD modeling and release through design change system; understands GD&T and can apply it in tolerance stacking activities
- Works through internal prototype shop or contract through external vendors on developing prototypes
- Maintain basic knowledge of competitive technologies, in addition to medical, clinical, technical and biomedical developments in the field
- Maintain communications with customers and suppliers
- Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- 80% of time is spent in a resource capacity. 20% of responsibilities are in leadership activities.
Minimum Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 4 years of design / development experience; engineering co-op or internships is strongly desirable
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent
- Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, sales representatives, design surgeons, or members of the business community
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations
- Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, statistical analysis
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; spreadsheet software; internet software; contact / change management systems
Travel Requirements:
- <25%
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with 3D CAD packages (SolidWorks or NX preferred)
- Experience in medical devices and/or orthopedics preferred
- Experience working in a regulated industry preferred
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the manufacturing environment as required by local ordinance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the office environment as required by local ordinance. Employee is expected to work in varying environments, including office setting, mechanical testing lab, and cadaver lab. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
“Creating better together”. It’s the Enovis purpose, and it’s what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better – for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders – begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.
What does creating better together mean to us at Enovis? Discover the “why” behind our purpose, values and behaviors:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Spending and Savings Accounts
- 401(k) Plan
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Income Protection Plans
- Discounted Insurance Rates
- Legal Services
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.
Join us in creating better together.
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Who's Hiring
- Ford Motor Company19
- Amazon15
- KLA12
- AMD5
- Molex5
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing12
- Technology & Software8
- Medical Devices7
- Electronics & Hardware4
- Retail3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product development engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for 3D design and modeling
- Experience taking products through full development cycles from concept through design verification
- Familiarity with DFM, DFA, and tolerance analysis to support manufacturing transfer
- Knowledge of testing and validation methods including FMEA and design verification plans
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills for working with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
Tips for Your Product Development Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to design phases
Recruiters for product development engineer roles scan for which phases of the product lifecycle you've owned, from concept through validation. Call out your specific contributions at each stage rather than listing tools alone. Vague project descriptions get screened out fast.
Highlight physical prototype experience explicitly
Many applicants bury hands-on prototyping under general project descriptions. Product development roles almost always require it, so name the materials, fabrication methods, and iteration cycles you've worked through. That detail separates you from candidates with purely digital or simulation backgrounds.
Filter openings by product lifecycle stage
Some companies need engineers to drive early-stage concepting, others need someone to own design verification and transfer to manufacturing. Reading job descriptions for where in the cycle the role sits helps you target openings where your experience is the strongest match.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists product development engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical design review
Interviews for product development engineer positions often include a design exercise or a walkthrough of a past project. Practice explaining your decision-making process at each design gate, including trade-offs you rejected, not just the solution you shipped.
Negotiate around project scope, not just title
When evaluating an offer, ask what products you'll own end-to-end versus contribute to incrementally. Engineers who join to lead full development cycles report faster skill growth and stronger portfolios, which affects your leverage in future negotiations more than a title bump alone.
Product Development Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most product development engineers?
The companies hiring the most product development engineers right now include Ford Motor Company, Amazon, and KLA, with the largest share of openings in California, Michigan, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently strong in medical device, consumer electronics, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
How many product development engineer jobs are remote?
About 47% of product development engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because the role often requires hands-on work with physical prototypes and lab equipment. Systems engineering, requirements management, and documentation-heavy roles within the field tend to have the highest remote availability.
How do you become a product development engineer?
Most product development engineers start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, then build hands-on experience through internships or entry-level roles that involve physical product work. Getting comfortable with at least one professional CAD platform, understanding manufacturing processes, and contributing to a real product development cycle are the practical steps that move candidates forward fastest.
Can you get hired as a product development engineer without much experience?
Yes, entry-level product development engineer roles exist specifically for candidates without full industry experience, but employers expect proof of hands-on work. Personal projects, senior capstone designs, or internships involving physical prototyping carry real weight. If your degree project took a product from a sketch through a working prototype, describe that process in detail on your resume and in interviews.
What does the product development engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical interview that covers engineering fundamentals, CAD experience, and your approach to design trade-offs. A project deep-dive or take-home design exercise is common at mid-stage, where interviewers assess how you frame constraints and iteration decisions. Final rounds typically include cross-functional team interviews with members from manufacturing, quality, or program management.
Where can I find and apply to product development engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to product development engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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