Senior R&D Engineer, Mechanical
Smith+Nephew • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • Posted June 12, 2026
Position Overview
Senior R&D Engineer, MechanicalAs a Mechanical Engineer 3, you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of surgical robotic systems for joint replacement. Based in Pittsburgh, PA, this role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful engineering work from early concept through production while collaborating with passionate experts across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and clinical teams. Your work will directly impact surgeons and patients around the world.Lead or co lead the development of mechanical subsystems within our surgical robotics ecosystem from concept through first production runs Design and develop complex medical device components and assemblies, including detailed drawings, models, and technical documentation Define, interpret, and support detailed requirements and specifications throughout the product lifecycle Build, test, and analyze prototypes against requirements and specific...
What will you be doing?