About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Associate Clinical Engineer to support the design and delivery of patient-specific 3D-printed orthopedic implants and surgical instruments. This entry-level engineering role works closely with surgeons and cross-functional teams to translate medical imaging and surgical plans into manufacturable device designs.

• Manage the end-to-end design process for custom, patient-matched implants and instruments
• Review virtual surgical plans and refine guide and implant geometry based on medical imaging
• Communicate with surgeons and clinical stakeholders to obtain case approvals
• Observe surgical procedures when needed to verify clinical fit and intent
• Perform quality checks and create case documentation to ensure designs meet released specifications
• Collaborate with manufacturing and regulatory teams to support production handoff

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or closely related engineering discipline
• 0–2 years of clinical engineering or medical device design experience (entry-level)
• Proficiency with 3D parametric or surface modeling software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with DICOM imaging workflows; experience with Materialise software is a plus
• Knowledge of engineering materials, manufacturing processes, and basic biomechanics
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent cases
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for surgeon interactions and presentations

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Internship or co-op experience in medical device design or clinical engineering
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing (metal or polymer) and post-processing considerations
• Experience supporting virtual surgical planning or patient-specific workflows

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Compensation & Work Type

• Base salary: $50,000–$70,000 USD annually (depending on skills & experience)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Englewood, CO (on-site or hybrid as determined by the client)

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Why This Role Matters

This position is a strong fit for early-career engineers who want hands-on experience shaping patient-specific orthopedic solutions. You’ll gain exposure to clinical decision-making, 3D design for additive manufacturing, and cross-functional product development in the healthcare space.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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