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Staff R&D Engineer, Sports Medicine (Mansfield, MA)

Smith & Nephew
$125,500 - $198,000
parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Mansfield
130 Forbes Blvd (Show on map)
May 06, 2026
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. As a Staff Research and Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in advancing innovative therapies that improve healing for patients around the world. Based at our Mansfield, Massachusetts site, this is an opportunity to lead complex R&D projects, influence product strategy from concept through commercialization, and mentor others while shaping the future of sports medicine and soft tissue repair. What will you be doing? Acting as a technical lead on research and technology project teams, driving innovation from early research through commercialization Leading concept development, prototyping, product design, feasibility, verification testing, and supporting production scale up Developing and validating biomechanical and biological test methodologies for sports medicine repair devices Creating and maintaining design control documentation including risk assessments, usability assessments, user needs, and design inputs in line with regulatory requirements Providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineers, scientists, and technologists, with potential day to day supervision responsibilities Collaborating with surgeons, marketing, and sales partners to observe procedures and translate user needs into design solutions Supporting intellectual property development through invention disclosures and patent prosecution activities Presenting research outcomes to internal and external stakeholders and supporting competitive product analysis What will you need to be successful? An advanced degree or equivalent experience in engineering or science with at least 4 to 12 years of relevant R&D experience, depending on degree level Proven expertise in research, design, prototyping, and testing of medical devices or related technologies Strong working knowledge of design controls and regulated product development environments Ability to work independently with minimal direction while exercising sound technical judgment Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with the ability to mentor others and influence cross functional teams You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/). Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles) Training: Hands On, Team Customized, Mentorship Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more! The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $125,500 - $198,000 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP. Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.