Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Real Staffing Group; Santa Clarita (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Real Staffing Group is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a global medical technology company to lead the development of implantable and wearable devices. You will guide products through the full lifecycle and mentor engineers, driving cross-functional execution in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of medical device product development experience, a strong electromechanical background, and experience with Class II devices (Class III preferred).

Qualifications

• 8+ years in medical device product development.
• Proven track record leading products from concept to commercialization.
• Strong electromechanical development background.
• Experience with Class II devices; Class III preferred.
• Proficiency with Creo and/or SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of verification & validation, design controls, manufacturing transfer, and FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical product development from concept to commercial release.
• Drive technical decisions across implantable electromechanical systems.
• Define product requirements, technical specifications, and design strategies.
• Lead design reviews, engineering discussions, and cross-functional development efforts.
• Support verification, validation, failure analysis, manufacturing readiness, and product launch activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and design control requirements.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple development programs.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Verification & Validation

Job description

Our client is a global medical technology company seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership for the development of advanced implantable and wearable medical devices. This individual will guide products through the entire development lifecycle while mentoring engineers and driving cross-functional execution.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in medical device product development, strong leadership capabilities, and a history of successfully commercializing complex electromechanical products. This role offers the opportunity to influence next-generation technologies while helping shape the future of a growing engineering organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical product development from concept through commercial release.
• Drive technical decision-making across external and implantable electromechanical systems.
• Establish product requirements, technical specifications, and design strategies.
• Lead design reviews, engineering discussions, and cross-functional development efforts.
• Support verification, validation, failure analysis, manufacturing readiness, and product launch activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and design control requirements.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple development programs.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of medical device product development experience.
• Proven success leading products from concept through commercialization.
• Strong electromechanical product development background.
• Experience with Class II medical devices; Class III experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Creo and/or SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of verification & validation, design controls, manufacturing transfer, and failure analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership experience influencing teams and driving technical decisions.

Preferred Experience

• Implantable medical device development.
• Cochlear implants, hearing technologies, neuromodulation, or similar regulated products.
• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Design History Files, risk management, FMEA, and advanced engineering analysis tools.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Technical leadership role with direct influence on new product development.
• Opportunity to mentor and develop engineering talent.
• Collaborative engineering culture that values innovation and teamwork.
• Hybrid work environment with strong work-life balance.
• Weekly team lunches, social events, and a growing R&D organization focused on long-term success.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.