Operations Product Engineer, Medical Devices

Helen of Troy; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

PTO

Volunteer time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Helen of Troy is seeking an Operations Product Engineer for Medical Devices to serve as the primary technical owner for sustaining engineering on Braun and Vicks consumer medical products. You will develop test plans, review test reports, validation documents, and drafting technical memos to ensure use and specifications are met.

You will support sustaining engineering projects through investigations, design changes, documentation updates, and cross-functional problem solving across engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in sustaining engineering, product development, and/or manufacturing.
• Experience working within a regulated industry (healthcare consumer products, medical devices, or similar).
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 and IEC 60601 standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain DHF documentation and design history records for existing products.
• Assess product changes and determine verification, validation, and documentation activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, regulatory, quality, supply chain and marketing on sustaining engineering.
• Perform component and system failure analysis with Quality.
• Lead technical reviews and verification testing.
• Coordinate with accredited test laboratories for testing and regulatory compliance (biocompatibility, electrical safety, performance).

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Ownership

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Team player

Engineering passion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Prototyping

3D printing

Job description

Join our Engineering team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: Braun, Vicks. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position:

Operations Product Engineer, Medical Devices

Department:

Engineering (Braun, Vicks)

Work Location(s):

• Marlborough, MA
• New York, NY

Hybrid Schedule:

At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

The Operations Product Engineer will serve as the primary technical owner for sustaining engineering activities on assigned consumer medical products (Braun and Vicks products).This role will be responsible for developing test plans, reviewing test reports and process validation documents, and drafting technical memos for medical products to ensure they meet intended use and specification needs.

A major component of this role will be supporting sustaining engineering projects through technical investigations, design changes, documentation updates, and cross-functional problem solving.

• Maintain DHF documentation and design history records for existing products.
• Assess product changes and determine required verification, validation, and documentation activities
• Work with engineering, program management, regulatory, quality, supply chain and marketing teams on sustaining engineering
• Perform component and system failure analysis with Quality.
• Lead technical reviews and verification testing.
• Work with accredited test laboratories to support product testing and regulatory compliance activities, including biocompatibility, electrical safety, and performance evaluations.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, concise project updates and direction to technical and non-technical audiences, including non-native English speakers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible and adaptable.
• Proactive, self-driven mindset with a strong sense of ownership and initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated learner with a track record of independently developing new technical skills and knowledge to solve engineering challenges.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• Passion for applying engineering expertise to drive meaningful business impact.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in sustaining engineering, product development, and/or manufacturing.
• Experience working within a regulated industry.
• Experience supporting healthcare consumer products, consumer electronics products, medical devices or similar electromechanical products.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 and IEC 60601 standards.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar), prototyping, and 3D printing.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, including injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, silicone molding, and die casting.
• Ability to travel domestically/internationally up to 15% (China, Mexico, Thailand, and Vietnam).
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with software and firmware development concepts and ability to collaborate with software engineering teams
• Understanding of UL/ETL/FDA/CE/NMPA general requirements.
• Hands on Circuit Design and PCBA experience.

In Massachusetts and New York, the standard base pay range for this role is $84,000 -$100,000 annually. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts/New York and may notbe applicableto other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just onecomponentof the total compensation package for employees.

Benefits:

• Salary + Bonus
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Charitable (volunteer)
• Leave, and Educational Assistance.

For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an EqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer. We are committed tofostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations acrossNorthAmerica, South America, Europe, and Asia.Our portfolio includes trusted brandssuch as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rankamong the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performedand are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Managementreservesthe right tomodify the duties and responsibilitiesof the position at any time.