Senior Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead system integration efforts in Bedford, MA. This role is crucial for advancing patient outcomes through innovative medical devices. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in medical device engineering and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers competitive compensation and growth potential in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Growth potential

Innovative environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Medical Device Engineering, preferably in Systems / Systems Integration.
• Hands-on skills in electromechanical prototyping and system-level troubleshooting.
• Experience writing and executing formal test protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration and V&V efforts for complex electromechanical medical devices.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and external development partners.
• Own system-level verification and validation activities.

Skills

Medical Device Engineering

Systems Integration

Electromechanical prototyping

Troubleshooting

Requirements management

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Systems Engineer, Product Development EngineeringBedford, MAFull-time, OnsiteAbout the OpportunityOur client is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their team in a fully-onsite capacity in Bedford, MA. This is a rapidly growing company dedicated to advancing innovation in healthcare and to tackling the leading cause of death in the Western world - Coronary Artery Disease. This team is tackling a meaningful challenge and is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to contribute during an exciting stage of growth and transformation.This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to make a measurable difference in patient care and outcomes.About the Company

• Stage: Series-B Funded
• Team Size: Approximately 65 employees and scaling
• Leadership: Founded and led by strong and experienced leaders
• Technology: Novel imaging technology
• Recent Milestones: FDA cleared product and a recent $50M investment from a big-name MedTech investor
• We’ll share more about the company with qualified candidates after an initial conversation.

What You'll Do

• Lead system integration and V&V efforts for complex electromechanical medical devices, ensuring traceable requirements, cross-functional collaboration, and regulatory-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and external development partners to align system requirements, support integration, and drive verification success.
• Own system-level verification and validation activities, ensuring traceability to user needs and alignment with regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software interfaces and resolve integration issues using structured problem-solving methods.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in Medical Device Engineering, preferably in Systems / Systems Integration
• Hands-on skills in electromechanical prototyping, fixture development, and system-level troubleshooting
• Experience writing and executing formal test protocols
• Familiarity with requirements management software (e.g., JAMA or similar tools)
• Knowledge of quality systems (QMS) and regulatory expectations for medical devices
• Bonus: Full product lifecycle experience, from concept through V&V, design transfer, and post-market support

Why This Opportunity

• Highly visible role with real impact on patient outcomes
• Join a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Growth potential — this is a role with both challenge and trajectory
• Collaborate with a mission-aligned, experienced team
• Competitive compensation + benefits

About Us
We’re a specialized recruiting firm serving as a trusted advisor to leaders in medical technology innovation. We prioritize relationships over transactions, and support candidates through every step of the process.All applications are reviewed directly by a human, and we treat every candidate’s goals with care and respect.

Ready to Learn More?
Apply through this posting or reach out to us directly.
We’ll share additional details with qualified candidates after an initial screening conversation.