Principal Engineer, R&D

Terumo Group; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 129,075 - 169,411; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company in Aliso Viejo, California, seeks an experienced engineer to support and lead teams in developing medical device products. The ideal candidate will have 10-12 years of experience in the industry along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include developing concepts, supervising staff, and ensuring quality in product processes and specifications. Salary range is $129,075 – $169,411, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of medical device industry experience required.
• Ability to read and prepare technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of standard machine shop and medical device manufacturing equipment/processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop new product concepts and products.
• Provide engineering design and process development.
• Supervise technicians, specialists, and associate engineers.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to design and develop medical devices

Knowledge of medical and technical development

Ability to effectively manage internal and external customer relationships

Expert proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SolidWorks and/or other CAD systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Material Science Engineering

Job description

Support and lead teams in the development of medical device products, including writing or verifying specifications; maintaining product process; designing fixtures; and testing processes, equipment, and raw materials to ensure the concepts and/or prototypes meet their requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop new product concepts and products.
• Provide engineering design and process development.
• Generate intellectual property; write invention disclosures.
• Supervise technicians, specialists, and associate engineers.
• Specify and/or direct the specification and testing of new materials and designs.
• Confer with appropriate departments, resources, and/or outside services to prepare design modifications, clarify problems, and develop designs.
• Largely self‑directed and capable of meeting project goals with minimal supervision.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Material Science Engineering.
• Ten (10) to twelve (12) years of medical device industry experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to design and develop medical devices.
• Ability to read and prepare technical documentation.
• Possess working knowledge of standard machine shop equipment/processes and medical device manufacturing equipment/processes.
• Knowledge of medical and technical development.
• Expert proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SolidWorks and/or other CAD systems.
• Ability to effectively manage internal and external customer relationships as well as leading different key players on achieving a goal.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with multiple departments and associates.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a timely manner.

Salary Range:

$129,075 – $169,411. Financial compensation packages may be higher/lower than what is listed, and will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.