As part of Convatec’s Applied Research organization within the User Insights, Design, & Engineering Solutions team, the Prototype Development Engineer/Designer supports the development of advanced products and solutions through innovation and engineering excellence with a focus on early-stage concept development and innovation. This role involves using rapid prototyping, iterative design processes, and collaborating closely with various departments to speed up the design and development of new offerings. This individual will join a diverse group of engineers and designers who excel in ideating new device concepts and creating functional prototypes for evaluation, feedback, and refinement. The Prototype Development Engineer/Designer reports to the Senior Director of the User Insight, Design, and Engineering Solutions team. This position requires the ability to work collaboratively and support design and engineering activities in bringing projects from inception to concept level while liaising with relevant teams and stakeholders. This role requires technical and problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions. The Prototype Development Engineer/Designer will produce conceptual and functional prototypes to enable rapid and effective evaluation of new device concepts, contribute to developing new and advanced prototyping capabilities, managing prototype lab’s environment and equipment, and drive impactful innovations and insights during early-stage development. The Prototype Development Engineer/Designer will take part in executing multi-faceted research programs that address identified needs and advance innovation in a structured, milestone-driven process. In addition to hands-on work in the prototype lab, this role involves taking part in technology development programs that align with Convatec’s strategic goals. Activities include: • Ensuring that research and design methodologies meet established scientific and engineering standards • Ensuring prototype lab’s environment safety, equipment maintenance, and material supply’s readiness • Researching and developing prototypes to meet technical and functional requirements • Making recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technology, equipment, and materials • May participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of patent applications Key Responsibilities: • Develop and produce device concepts with a focus on CAD and 3D printing and on implementing new advanced prototyping capabilities (e.g. novel applications of ultrasonic welding, CNC machining, etc.) (40%) • Ensure readiness of prototype lab’s safety, equipment, and material (40%) • Active participation in ideation and brainstorming of new and innovative concepts and solutions (20%) Skills & Experience: • Experience in mechanical engineering, Industrial design, or prototyping • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently with limited supervision • Familiarity with CAD tools and rapid prototyping techniques with a focus on 3D printing • Creativity and intellect to seek out novel solutions, remaining agnostic to the source of innovation. • Resilience and agility to adapt to changing priorities, and/or pivot in response to new learnings. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Qualifications/Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field (completed or in progress) preferred Working Conditions Hybrid working: typically, 3-5 days per week in the office