Biomechanics Test Lab Engineer (Medical Devices)

Location: Austin, Texas, United States; onsite laboratory role

Company

hirify.global is a medical technology company developing orthopedic products, implants, surgical tools, and digital health technologies for improved patient outcomes.

What you will do

• Organize, plan, and execute mechanical testing for new and existing orthopedic products.
• Conduct testing according to ASTM standards and internal procedures, ensuring accurate data and reports.
• Operate and maintain MTS, Instron, ADMET, and other mechanical testing systems.
• Design and manufacture custom fixture components and perform linear finite element analysis.
• Develop testing strategies supporting FDA regulatory submissions and contribute to ASTM standard revisions.
• Coordinate external testing vendors and oversee or assist student engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or another relevant STEM field.
• Strong communication, organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information, multitask, and work effectively in a professional laboratory environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and pull up to 25 pounds and stand or sit for extended periods.
• Must already have full-time work authorization in the United States without requiring current or future visa sponsorship.
• Occasional travel required, fewer than two trips per year.

Nice to have

• Two or more years of experience in the mechanical industry.
• Understanding of mechanical behavior, material properties, quasistatic and dynamic loading, and data acquisition.
• Experience with failure analysis, optical or SEM microscopy, cadaveric tissue, dissection, or preparation.
• Experience in regulated or medical-device environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on scientific excellence, continuous improvement, and patient outcomes.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Spending and savings accounts and a 401(k) plan.
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays, income protection plans, discounted insurance rates, and legal services.