Senior Principal Design and Development Engineer

Senior Principal Design and Development Engineer

Senior Principal Design & Development Engineer

Overview

Our client, a global leader in the medical technology sector, is dedicated to developing next-generation innovations that treat a range of cardiac conditions. Their technologies aim to save and improve the quality of life for millions of patients worldwide by advancing diagnostics and treatment solutions. They offer a challenging, energizing, and rewarding career that enables you to bring life-changing technology to patients worldwide. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Principal Design & Development Engineer to join their team. This is a highly technical and leadership-focused role where you will drive projects from concept to commercialization. If you have a passion for engineering principles and thrive on solving complex technical challenges, this is a unique opportunity to lead large-scale initiatives and make a significant impact on their portfolio of innovations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an active technical leader in new product development, focusing on design, technology advancement, automation, and project management.
• Provide leadership in defining and implementing manufacturing technology innovation strategies.
• Lead and manage projects through all phases, from concept to commercialization.
• Assess risks and resolve technical challenges related to existing processes and technologies.
• Utilize advanced methodologies such as Design, Reliability & Manufacturability (DRM) and tools like 3D drawing/printing and Augmented Reality to develop state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, execute, and deliver on New Product Development requirements.
• Lead teams focused on process innovation to improve quality, reduce variation, and develop automated systems.
• Participate in cross-site technical forums to build a strong professional network and define strategic goals for the technical community.

Key Skills & Experience

• A Third Level 8 Degree or higher in Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be a proven subject matter expert (SME) in equipment and process development, with a strong track record in innovation and project/program management.
• Excellent project management skills are essential, with a history of coordinating complex workloads and equipment across a multi-level team.
• Experience with DRM practices and metrics (PCX, WFX) and a history of participating in or leading DFMA workshops is required.
• Extensive engineering knowledge in areas such as:
  • Concept development and selection
  • Technology evaluation and problem-solving
  • Process design and development
  • Materials (polymers and metals)
  • Design for Six Sigma principles
  • CAD software (SolidWorks is preferred), statistical techniques, and process validation.
• A strong communicator with a high level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Proven ability to influence and drive large-scale technical initiatives.

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