Our client is currently seeking a Senior Engineer, Engineering for a 12 month + contract. This position is responsible for evaluating materials used for orthopaedic implant applications, with a focus on material, process and/or test method development, material characterization and testing, as well as writing protocols and technical reports in the Advanced Technology Department. Education: A minimum of BS degree in Materials Science/Engineering (other engineering degrees with strong experience of materials may be considered). Advanced degrees in Materials Science/Engineering are desirable.Qualifications and work experience: • Education/demonstrated knowledge of materials science/engineering essential • Hands-on and can-do attitudes essential • 3+ years of R&D experience • Experience with material characterization and testing required • Experience working on metallic and/or ceramic materials required • Experience with material processing/manufacturing preferred • Experience with surface/coating technologies desirable • Experience with orthopaedic materials desirable • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to details, especially in experimenting, writing and documentation. • Experience conducting basic statistical analysis and familiarity with Minitab and/or MS Excel. • Ability to coordinate activities of project team members. • Demonstrated inter-personnel, verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and on a team. • Medical device or similar regulated industry experience preferred. • Experience in preparing technical reports for regulatory submissions is desirable. • The candidate is expected to work primarily on site in Mahwah, New Jersey.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Support material development and evaluation programs, conduct technical investigation in areas of process development, material characterization, performance evaluation, root-cause analysis, etc. under minimum guidance of technical leads. • Coordinate with internal and external collaborators to execute programs’ plans, participating in both theoretical/analytical and lab activities. • Generate technical memos and protocols/reports to a level of detail as required by the audience, up to and including that necessary to support a regulatory submission.