Innovation Engineer - 3D Innovation Center

San Diego, California

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Job ID: 18371
Date posted: 03/03/2026
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: 3D Innovation Center

Rady Children’s Health is seeking an Innovation Engineer to join our 3D Innovations Lab; the role will specifically support activities for the Department of Orthopedics. This role is ideal for someone who loves solving clinical problems with code (especially Python) and is excited to work hands-on with 3D reconstruction, medical image post-processing, and 3D printing to enable better patient outcomes. While python is a primary language used in the lab, familiarity/experience with Matlab would be helpful.

You’ll partner closely with orthopedic surgeons and clinical staff to develop 3D print solutions while also developing Python scripts, tools, and workflows that ultimately improve patient care. The 3D Innovations Lab is also focused on building tools for extended reality (XR) with a focus on AR/VR (Unity and #C would be helpful).

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of high-quality engineering and innovations tasks and initiatives for both clinical support and investigational purposes.

The Innovation Engineer will:

-Perform cross-sectional image post-processing inclusive of anatomy/physiology identification,medical image segmentation, 3D reconstruction, CAD modeling for patient-specific anatomical models;

-Develop and analyze computational information for operative support and academic research;

-Develop bespoke solutions (hardware and/or software) to support operational efficiency and excellence;

-Review technological developments and seek opportunities for deployments with appropriate personnel;

-Work in interdisciplinary teams to problem-solve and assist in quality improvement initiatives;

-Develop appropriate healthcare 3D printing applications inclusive of anatomical models, cutting guides, and other 3D printed bespoke solutions;

-Follow tracking maintenance/quality and established process/workflow for 3D printing/device design;

-Ensure 3D printing methods, materials, and capabilities match intended application;

-Follow appropriate maintenance of 3D Printers, inventory management, waste management;

-Develop, test, and support bespoke software development for operative and operational support;

-Develop/implement and support advanced visualization and extended reality technologies (e.g., VR);

-Development educational/training tools with appropriate 3D and fabrication technology for patients, families, staff or physicians.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

3 Years of Experience

Intermediate knowledge in cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, medical imaging post-processing, and medical imaging safety

Fundamental knowledge in sterile technique

Intermediate knowledge in 3D modeling (i.e., surface mesh) and CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks)

Intermediate knowledge in 3D printing (in particular, binder jetting, material extrusion, material jetting, powder bed fusion, and vat photopolymerization)

Intermediate knowledge of Quality System Regulation (e.g., 21CFR820, ISO 13485)

Advanced design thinking principles

Advanced engineering design principles including project management (e.g., Agile)

Ability to communicate scientific or engineering concepts to non-engineers

Fundamental programming knowledge (in particular, C#, Matlab, Java, python)

Intermediate human subject research process (e.g., Institutional Review Board, HIPAA), and methodologies (e.g., statistics)

Intermediate knowledge of extended reality (e.g., AR/VR displays) operations

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree

5 Years of Experience

Advanced knowledge in cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, medical imaging post-processing, and medical imaging safety

Intermediate knowledge in sterile technique

Advanced knowledge of designing cutting guides and other 3D prints for use in the surgical setting

Advanced knowledge in 3D modeling (i.e., surface mesh) and CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks)

Advanced knowledge in 3D printing (in particular, binder jetting, material extrusion, material jetting, powder bed fusion, and vat photopolymerization)

Advanced knowledge of Quality System Regulation (e.g., 21CFR820, ISO 13485)

Advanced programming knowledge (in particular, C#, Matlab, Java, python) and database schema (e. g., SQL)

Intermediate knowledge of extended reality (e.g., AR/VR displays) operations and software development

The current salary range for this position is $37.63 to $51.75

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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