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# Sr. Construction Engineer at Axogen

- **Company:** Axogen
- **Location:** Vandalia, OH
- **Compensation:** $95k–$115k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-14
- **Apply:** https://www.axogeninc.com/about-axogen/careers/?gh_jid=8846090002

## Job description

Axogen is committed to building and maintaining a strong and gratifying company culture that fosters professional growth. Our hands-on and personal approach makes transitioning to a new job a seamless and enjoyable process. Most benefits are effective on day one!

Axogen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Why you’ll love working at Axogen:

- Friendly, open, and fun team culture that values unique perspectives
- Company-wide dedication to profoundly impacting patients’ lives
- Comprehensive, high-quality benefits package effective on date of hire
- Educational assistance available for all employees
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid holidays, including floating holidays, to be used at your discretion
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Referral incentive program

Axogen Mission and Business Purpose

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by making restoration of peripheral nerve function an expected standard of care. We aim to lead the markets we serve by always requiring the solutions we offer patients and caregivers provide an improved benefit-to-risk profile as compared to existing standards of care. To ensure we deliver improved benefit-to-risk solutions, we will guide and expect the market and design requirement specifications underlying our engineering, business development, and clinical research activities, objectively target advancements in standards of care.

Job Summary of the Sr. Construction Engineer

The Sr. Construction Engineer is responsible for coordinating and overseeing capital construction projects to ensure they are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, GMP requirements, and quality standards. This position serves as a technical resource during all phases of construction, collaborating with project managers, contractors, architects, engineers, operations, quality, EH&S, and facility teams to resolve engineering and construction challenges while ensuring successful project delivery.

## Requirements of the Sr. Construction Engineer

- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of construction engineering, project engineering, or related experience preferably in a regulated industry such as medical devices, biologics, tissue-based products, or pharmaceuticals.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects of varying size, complexity, and lifecycle stage.
- Knowledge of design and construction process and methods, materials, engineering principles, and project management practices.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations, commissioning and qualification practices, and change management processes within regulated manufacturing environments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office).
- Experience with engineering and construction software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, Primavera P6, Bluebeam
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (preferred).
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk, stand, climb ladders, and navigate active construction sites for extended periods.
- Ability to perform field inspections in various weather conditions.
- Capability to bend, kneel, crouch, and access confined or elevated work areas when required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Visual acuity sufficient to review construction drawings, inspect work quality, and operate standard office equipment.
- Ability to travel between project sites as required.

## Responsibilities of the Sr. Construction Engineer

The specific duties of the Sr. Construction Engineer include but are not limited to:

- Provide engineering support for capital construction projects from conceptual planning through commissioning and project closeout.
- Review project designs, drawings, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, constructability, GMP compliance, potential utility impacts, and adherence to applicable engineering standards
- Identify impacts to facility utilities and coordinate with facility maintenance team to develop and execute required modifications, outages, and mitigation plans.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors, subcontractors, Operations, Quality, EH&S, and regulatory agencies to define project requirements, scope, schedules, and execution strategies.
- Support change control processes, impact assessments, and documentation associated with facility modifications in regulated manufacturing environments.
- Coordinate construction activities within active manufacturing environments while minimizing operational disruptions and maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
- Monitor project scope, schedule, budget and resource; communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
- Conduct site inspections to verify work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to approved designs and specifications; identify and resolve technical issues, construction conflicts, and field design changes.
- Prepare and manage engineering documentation, RFIs, submittals, design revisions, and construction records.
- Support procurement activities through review of material specifications and evaluating contractor proposals.
- Ensure construction activities and methods comply with GMP requirements, local, state, and federal codes, environmental regulations, and applicable site safety and quality procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, operational excellence and continuous improvement across all project activities.

Working & Environmental Conditions

- Combination of office and field-based work environments.
- Regular exposure to active construction sites, including varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and high-visibility clothing.
- Occasional evening, weekend, or extended work hours may be required to support project schedules and deadlines.
- Compliance with all company safety policies, site-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory standards is mandatory.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

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## Benefits/Compensation

This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Benefits offered for this position include Health, Dental, Vision, Matching 401K, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Medical Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Caregiver Leave, Basic Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Disability Insurance, as described in more detail in summary plan descriptions.

Salary Range $95,000—$115,000 USD

Company Statements

Axogen follows healthcare system guidelines with respect to credentialing, vaccinations and other employment/compliance related requirements, as well as CDC guidance. Axogen reserves the right to amend its policies from time to time in its sole discretion.

As AI is becoming a common tool throughout the application process, we want to be clear about its appropriate use at Axogen. Using AI to support resume writing, research or interview preparation is perfectly acceptable, provided the content is accurate and genuinely represents your qualifications and skills. For other key parts of your interview process, however, it is important that the ideas, communication, and work you share reflect your own voice, experiences, and thinking. We ask that you participate in our live interviews and complete any assessments without AI assistance unless instructions explicitly indicate otherwise or a specific exception is discussed and approved in advance. This approach ensures fairness, celebrates your individuality, and allows your authentic perspective to shine. Behaviors that do not align with these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if later discovered. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to learning about the unique contributions only you can bring to Axogen.

No agency solicitation. We kindly request that recruiting agencies, staffing firms, and third‑party vendors do not contact us regarding this posting. Unsolicited résumés will not be considered.

## About Axogen

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Axogen is a medical technology company focused on the science, development, and commercialization of products for peripheral nerve regeneration and repair, aiming to make restoration of nerve function an expected standard of care.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: AXGN)
- **Headquarters**: Alachua, Florida, United States
- **Founded**: Not publicly available in provided sources
- **Founders**: Not publicly available in provided sources

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Medical devices and biologics for peripheral nerve repair (surgical technologies)
- **Target customers**: B2B – hospitals, surgeons, and healthcare providers (orthopedic, plastic, neuro, and hand surgeons)
- **Mission statement**: “To restore health and improve quality of life by making restoration of peripheral nerve function an expected standard of care.” [axogeninc.com/about-axogen](https://www.axogeninc.com/about-axogen/)

## Products & Services
Axogen offers a comprehensive portfolio of implantable biologic and extracellular matrix products for peripheral nerve repair and protection:
- **Avance® (acellular nerve allograft)**: An FDA-approved scaffold for bridging nerve gaps; approved as a biologic (BLA) in December 2025 for sensory, mixed, and motor nerve discontinuities. [ir.axogeninc.com](https://ir.axogeninc.com/sec-filings/all-sec-filings/content/0000805928-26-000031/axgn-20251231.htm)
- **Avance® Nerve Graft**: A biologically active processed human nerve allograft for bridging severed peripheral nerves without a second surgical site (being transitioned to Avance under BLA).
- **Axoguard Nerve Connector®**: A porcine-derived extracellular matrix coaptation aid for tensionless repair of severed nerves.
- **Axoguard Nerve Protector®**: A wrap used to protect and reinforce damaged peripheral nerves.
- **Axoguard HA+ Nerve Protector™**: A next-generation product with a hyaluronate-alginate coating for enhanced gliding and protection.
- **Axoguard Nerve Cap®**: Designed to protect the nerve end and reduce symptomatic neuroma formation.
- **Avive+ Soft Tissue Matrix™**: A multi-layer amniotic membrane allograft for soft tissue separation and protection during healing.

All products are classified as surgical implants (HCT/P or biologic), used in operating rooms.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Aggregate market value of non-affiliate held common equity was approximately **$430.7 million** as of June 30, 2025 (based on last reported sale price). [ir.axogeninc.com](https://ir.axogeninc.com/sec-filings/all-sec-filings/content/0000805928-26-000031/axgn-20251231.htm)
- **Key Metric**: Invested **$32.9 million in R&D** during fiscal year 2025; **138 direct sales professionals** in the U.S. as of December 31, 2025.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed in provided materials. The company participates in major industry conferences (e.g., 2026 Bank of America Global Healthcare Conference). [ir.axogeninc.com](https://ir.axogeninc.com/)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - FDA Biologics License Application (BLA) approval for Avance in December 2025, unlocking a regulated biologic pathway and a new manufacturing facility in Vandalia, Ohio.
  - Significant reimbursement improvements: Medicare outpatient payment for nerve allograft repair increased 96% over 2019 (221% in ambulatory surgery centers).
  - Over 350 peer-reviewed clinical publications supporting product use.
  - Expanding sales force and hybrid agency model; international sales in Canada, Germany, UK, Spain, and other countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Single-focused leadership**: Axogen is the only company exclusively dedicated to peripheral nerve repair, with the most comprehensive portfolio on the market.
- **Regulatory moat**: First and only FDA-approved biologic (BLA) for nerve allograft (Avance), creating higher barriers to entry.
- **Strong clinical evidence**: >350 peer-reviewed studies and a robust post-market study requirement that will differentiate efficacy versus nerve autograft.
- **Favorable reimbursement**: Dedicated Category I CPT codes (64912/64913) and CMS payment enhancements reduce economic barriers for hospitals.
- **Established sales force**: Large direct team plus independent agencies covering remote geographies.

## Strategic Focus
- **Product commercialization**: Launch Avance under BLA in early Q2 2026 and complete the transition from the previous 361 HCT/P framework.
- **Confirmatory studies**: Fulfill FDA post-marketing requirement for Avance in mixed/motor nerve gaps (study due by 2030).
- **Sales expansion**: Increase sales force productivity and add new accounts, especially in underpenetrated markets (oral maxillofacial, breast reconstruction neurotization, urology).
- **International growth**: Expand geographic presence beyond current countries.
- **Manufacturing scale**: Utilize the new Vandalia, Ohio facility to support anticipated growth.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven culture**: Employees are empowered by the “gift of human tissue” to restore nerve function and improve quality of life for patients. [axogeninc.com/about-axogen/careers](https://www.axogeninc.com/about-axogen/careers/)
- **Core values**: Think Like a Customer, Encourage Innovation and Risk-Taking, Embrace Collaboration, Never Forget Our Purpose, Lead by Example.
- **Work environment**: Headquarters in Alachua, Florida (near Gainesville); additional facilities in Vandalia, Ohio. Hybrid/office policy not explicitly stated but on-site presence likely for R&D, manufacturing, and sales support.
- **Engineering & scientific culture**: Heavy investment in R&D (over $32M/yr) and clinical research; opportunity to work on cutting-edge regenerative medicine products.
- **Growth trajectory**: Rapidly growing company with recent FDA approval and expanding commercial reach, offering career advancement potential.

## Sources
1. [axogeninc.com/careers - Culture and values](https://www.axogeninc.com/about-axogen/careers/)
2. [axogeninc.com - Company overview and mission](https://www.axogeninc.com/)
3. [axogeninc.com/about-axogen - Leadership and commitment](https://www.axogeninc.com/about-axogen/)
4. [ir.axogeninc.com - Investor relations, financials, and press releases](https://ir.axogeninc.com/)
5. [ir.axogeninc.com - 10-K Annual Report for FY2025](https://ir.axogeninc.com/sec-filings/all-sec-filings/content/0000805928-26-000031/axgn-20251231.htm)

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