Principal R&D Engineer
$130k - 160k per year
Medical Technology
Minnesota, United States
Permanent
On-site

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Development: Create and test prototypes, disease models, and product designs aligned with regulatory standards.
  • Clinical Collaboration: Work with KOLs and advisors to translate clinical needs into product solutions.
  • Testing & Validation: Conduct in-vitro, in-vivo, and V&V testing; develop protocols and reports.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Ensure quality system documentation and adherence to FDA regulations.
  • Supplier Management: Source and maintain relationships with component suppliers.
  • IP Development: Contribute to patent filings and invention disclosures.
  • Cross-functional Teamwork: Represent R&D on core teams and support pilot manufacturing.
  • Technical Leadership: Guide technology development teams and manage resources.

 

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s (Master’s/PhD preferred) in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.

 

  • Experience:
  • 10+ years in medical device engineering.
  • 3+ years leading cross-functional teams.
  • Expertise in balloon catheters, access/delivery systems, and disposable devices.

 

  • Skills:
  • Strong material and design knowledge.
  • Effective communicator and independent operator.
  • Adaptable to fast-paced environments
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