Biomedical Engineer-Neurosurgery

Overview

Biomedical Engineer-Neurosurgery role at Mount Sinai Health System. The Product Development Engineer will play a key role in advancing innovative medical technologies within Mount Sinai BioDesign. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and entrepreneurship. The engineer will contribute to device design, prototyping, and testing while engaging directly with clinicians to identify unmet needs through the Biodesign process. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in translational research and medical device innovation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in surgeon and clinician interviews to identify clinical pain points and translate insights into engineering requirements.
• Assist in the design and development of medical device prototypes using CAD tools, 3D printing, machining, and other prototyping methods.
• Conduct bench testing and validation studies to characterize device performance.
• Support needs-finding, concept generation, and iterative design within the structured Biodesign process.
• Document design iterations, testing protocols, and results for regulatory, intellectual property, and grant purposes.
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners to refine concepts and ensure clinical relevance.
• Maintain lab resources, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to efficient prototyping workflows.
• Engage with external vendors and fabrication shops for materials, components, and device manufacturing.
• Prepare and deliver clear technical presentations, write reports, and communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

Licensing And Certification Requirements

None

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $65,885.00 - $98,827.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses / incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Employer : Non-Bargaining Unit, 842 - Neurosurgery - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine

Employer Description

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai's legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. Our leaders are dedicated to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow, and to building a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and advance professionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported.

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