Location: San Diego, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, On-site
About the Role
Join our dynamic team in San Diego and play a pivotal role in advancing patient care in vascular diseases. We are seeking an innovative and meticulous Design Engineer to take ownership of critical design and development processes for our life-saving products.
This high-impact position involves managing the complete lifecycle of our product design, from initial concept to product launch and post-market maintenance. You will be instrumental in ensuring product drawings are up-to-date, developing robust verification and validation test protocols, and overseeing testing execution. Additionally, you will be able to develop your communication skills in collecting crucial design inputs from physicians working in this field.
This role offers broad exposure across the quality management system and product lifecycle, providing an exceptional opportunity to learn, grow, and make a tangible difference in patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Drawing Management: Own the creation, revision, and maintenance of all engineering drawings, CAD models, and design specifications for Vesalio’s product portfolio.
- Verification & Validation: Author and execute comprehensive test protocols and generate detailed technical reports for design verification and validation activities.
- Design Input: Organize design inputs from key opinion leaders ensuring that the project will have a robust set of specification requirements.
- Test Oversight: Oversee and perform hands-on testing of products, components, and prototypes to ensure they meet rigorous quality, performance, and safety standards.
- Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate closely with Quality, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to champion design for manufacturability and ensure quality standards are embedded throughout the product lifecycle.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related field preferred).
- 0-2 years of experience in design engineering within a regulated industry (relevant internship experience is welcome).
- Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) for creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings.
- A self-starter attitude with an inquisitive nature and strong intrinsic problem-solving ability.
- Exceptional detail-oriented and committed to accuracy and compliance.
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred:
- Direct experience in the medical device industry and familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 13485 or FDA 21 CFR 820).
- Experience with Design Controls.
- Managing Design History Files.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (including 401k, Health Insurance, and Paid Time Off).
- A fast-paced and high-growth environment with significant opportunities for learning and professional development.
- A collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven work culture.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to hr@vesalio.com with the subject line “Design Engineer Application.”
NOTE: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
About Vesalio
At Vesalio, our work is rooted in a singular purpose: to advance patient care in vascular diseases. We believe that by combining best-in-class and first-in-class product development, clinical insight, and a relentless commitment to quality, we can provide physicians with superior tools to improve patient outcomes.
We are not satisfied with the status quo. Vesalio was founded on the belief that breakthrough thinking, and product innovation can solve complex clinical challenges in vascular disease. Equally, we believe in our people. Our teams are united by a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and the belief that every product we touch has the potential to save a life. We foster a culture where ideas move quickly, collaboration is second nature, and every individual understands the importance of their role in our mission.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
