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Principal R&D EngineerJCW Group • Maple Grove, MN, United States
Principal R&D Engineer

Principal R&D Engineer

JCW Group • Maple Grove, MN, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview :

Seeking a Principal R&D Engineer to lead medical device product development from concept through commercialization. This role drives cross-functional teams, mentors engineers, and plays a strategic role in shaping both products and processes.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead design and development of new devices in alignment with quality system and regulatory requirements
  • Translate user needs into validated designs with clear specifications and robust test methods
  • Oversee verification, validation, and design transfer activities
  • Guide design reviews and ensure timely completion of deliverables
  • Manage multiple projects and act as primary technical contact for leadership
  • Mentor engineers and potentially supervise direct reports
  • Collaborate with physicians, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
  • Identify department-level process improvements and contribute to product strategy
  • Support product line extensions and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
  • 7+ years of product development experience in the medical device industry
  • Strong background in design controls, test method development, and materials / process selection
  • Skilled in CAD (SolidWorks), lab tools, and statistical methods
  • Proven leadership and cross-functional team management experience
  • Working knowledge of applicable U.S. and international medical device standards
  • Preferred :

  • Expertise in catheter or minimally invasive device design and fabrication
  • Experience from concept through commercialization
  • Strong project management and mentoring capabilities
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