Principal Engineer, R&D

Edwards Lifesciences; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of medical innovation as a Principal Engineer. In this role, you'll design and develop complex mechanical assemblies for next-generation heart valve delivery systems, contributing to life-changing solutions for patients. Collaborate with talented teams to conduct hands-on lab studies and create CAD models, while leading improvements in product design and engineering processes. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values creativity and technical excellence, all while ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in healthcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Performance-based incentives

Wide variety of benefits programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a highly regulated industry with a Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of experience in a highly regulated industry with a Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex mechanical assemblies for TAVR delivery systems.
• Conduct lab studies, create prototypes, and improve product designs.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Scientific field

Master's degree in Engineering or a Scientific field

Tools

CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

We are seeking an outstanding Principal Engineer who excels at designing and developing complex mechanical assemblies and thrives in a collaborative environment to brainstorm, develop, and implement practical technical solutions.

How you’ll make an impact:

1. Design key elements of next-generation TAVR delivery systems.
2. Create CAD models and drawings for components and complex mechanical assemblies.
3. Conduct hands-on lab studies to develop the delivery system.
4. Create, test, and improve products through experiments and tests, analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports.
5. Generate prototypes, work instructions, test methods, and engineering drawings to establish product/process specifications.
6. Lead in the improvement, design, and optimization of more complex experiments, tests, analyze results, provide complex recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles that translate to innovative products.
7. Oversee R&D support tasks; give instruction to technicians/engineers on conducting tests; train technicians/engineers and provide feedback; and coordinate technician/engineer work.
8. Proactively identify issues, achieve resolution, and resolve problems of significant complexity on designing parts, components, and subsystems.
9. Create/update complex design control documents including requirement specs, and risk documents with robust knowledge on design control requirements.
10. Develop project plans to assess technology and drive project results.

What you'll need (Required):

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Scientific field with 6+ years of experience in a highly regulated industry.
2. Master's degree in Engineering or a Scientific field with 5+ years of experience in a highly regulated industry.

What else we look for (Preferred):

1. Catheter design and CAD experience (3+ years solid design experience).
2. Medical device industry experience.
3. Experience with lab/industrial equipment.
4. Solid understanding of engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
5. Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Office Suite; CAD experience preferred.
7. Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
8. Basic understanding of statistical techniques.
9. Knowledge of processes and equipment used in assigned work.
10. Attention to detail.
11. Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels.
12. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
13. Team-oriented with the ability to build stable working relationships internally.
14. Compliance with company rules and requirements, including pandemic protocols and Environmental Health & Safety rules.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $118,000 to $167,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.