Principal Manufacturing Engineer-NPI

TransMedics, Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 147,200 - 183,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits through Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

TransMedics, Inc. is hiring a Principal Engineer – NPI Manufacturing in Andover, MA. This role involves leading the technical aspects of NPI manufacturing to develop and commercialize perfusion set and OCS products. Candidates should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and over 10 years of experience in medical device manufacturing, particularly in NPI processes.

The position offers a salary range of $147,200.00 – $183,600.00, with eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an FDA/ISO-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in NPI Manufacturing and Design Transfer.
• Strong knowledge of plastic joining techniques.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and commercialization of OCS products.
• Ensure alignment of engineering resources and project schedules.
• Implement advanced manufacturing processes for production efficiency.
• Represent TransMedics as a manufacturing subject-matter expert.

Skills

Project management

NPI Manufacturing

Process Development

FDA/ISO regulations

SolidWorks

Injection molding

Statistical data analysis

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Minitab

Automated inspection tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Principal Engineer – NPI Manufacturing serves as the technical project leader for NPI manufacturing activities, driving the development and commercialization of TransMedics perfusion set and OCS products.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of manufacturing readiness for new product introductions, ensuring alignment of engineering resources, project schedules, and cross‑functional deliverables.
• Lead cross‑functional collaboration with Product Development, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing Operations to ensure robust, scalable, and compliant processes.
• Coordinate, identify, and implement advanced manufacturing processes to ensure production capacity, efficiency, cost‑effectiveness, and adherence to quality standards.
• Define project plans, timelines, and resources needed to support NPI manufacturing programs, ensuring accountability for milestones and deliverables.
• Apply in‑depth technical expertise to specify, design, and validate equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation used in production.
• Drive PFMEA, DFM/DFA, and design transfer activities to establish capable, efficient, and risk‑mitigated manufacturing processes.
• Develop manufacturing assembly and test methods that ensure Critical to Quality (CTQ) and Critical to Assembly (CTA) requirements are met.
• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and process capability metrics using statistical tools such as MSA, GR&R, and SPC.
• Represent TransMedics externally and internally as a manufacturing subject‑matter expert (SME), ensuring effective knowledge transfer to production and suppliers.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a culture of engineering rigor, accountability, and innovation.
• Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as required.

Physical Attributes

Office environment. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Management Responsibilities

This position will not have management responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• 10+ years of experience in an FDA/ISO‑regulated medical device or medical equipment manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in NPI Manufacturing, Process Development, and Design Transfer, including both disposables and capital equipment.
• Proven leadership in the selection, qualification, and scale‑up of capital assembly equipment and automation.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding and plastic joining techniques (ultrasonic/RF/laser welding, adhesive/solvent bonding).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and design of assembly models, fixtures, and tooling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree, Lean Six Sigma experience and proficiency in statistical data analysis tools (Minitab or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated accountability for planning, execution, and delivery of NPI milestones.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence and align cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical and project information to leadership and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, with adaptability to shifting priorities.
• Ability to work independently with high competency, while also driving and coordinating team‑based execution.
• Demonstrated expertise in automated assembly methods, robotics, automated inspection, and fixture/tooling design.

Salary and Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $147,200.00 – $183,600.00. The role may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and wellness resources.

Employee benefits include medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA, dental, vision, healthcare flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) plan, pet insurance, and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO Statement

TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.