Senior Systems Engineer, R&D

Nonin Medical, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Paid Time Off and Personal Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Health and Fitness Offerings

Job summary

A leading medical device company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Plymouth, MN to drive innovation in medical device systems. You will lead cross-functional projects, understand customer needs, and ensure robust product development. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5+ years in product systems design. Join our collaborative team committed to improving lives through healthcare technology. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product definition and systems design, preferably in medical devices.
• Experience applying and complying with regulatory standards in medical devices.
• Proven ability to translate customer needs into actionable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with customers to understand their needs.
• Translate stakeholder needs into clear system-level requirements.
• Oversee system verification and validation activities.

Skills

System verification and validation

Customer engagement

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Requirements management tools (Polarion, Jama, Doors)

Job description

Nonin’s culture is grounded in our mission, and we live by our cultural tenets of courage, ownership, and agility. The courage to challenge assumptions and take risks, the ownership to act with accountability, and the agility to constantly innovate and move with speed. It is these tenants that have made Nonin the technology leader for over 35 years. As a privately owned company, each of us operates with a shared commitment and serves an important part of our success with the ability to learn, grow and impact all aspects of the business. Recognizing that each one of us is unique, we build flexibility and choice into our philosophies. We embrace the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and mindsets of our employees and collaborate to build a more rewarding environment for all to work, thrive and have a little fun. So, if you are looking for a smaller company to spread your wings while making big company impacts - join Nonin today.

Together we will improve lives around the world, including your own.

Position Overview

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll join a collaborative R&D team at Nonin Medical where your expertise will drive innovation in medical device systems. In this role, you’ll lead and contribute to cross‑functional projects, shape product development, and ensure our solutions truly meet user needs. You’ll work directly with customers, clinicians, and internal cross‑functional teams to deliver safe, effective, and user‑friendly devices.

What You’ll Do

• Engage directly with customers and end‑users to understand their needs, use cases, and environments.
• Translate stakeholder needs into clear system‑level requirements to drive system‑level design (electrical, mechanical, software).
• Oversee system verification and validation activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration from concept through post‑release monitoring.
• Continuously improve Systems Engineering processes and share technical knowledge across teams.
• Lead and mentor engineers and technicians in developing new medical devices and improving existing products.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Biomedical, or Systems) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in product definition and systems design, experience in medical devices preferred.
• Hands‑on experience applying and complying with regulatory standards, preferably in medical devices (MDD, ISO 13485, FDA design controls).
• Proven ability to translate customer needs into actionable requirements.
• Proficiency developing, documenting, and managing product requirements.
• Outstanding analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with analyzing and applying medical device industry standards and regulations, specifically IEC 60601‑1.
• Demonstrated proficiency with requirements management tools (Polarion, Jama, Doors).
• Experience in clinical environments and direct user interaction.
• Experience establishing and/or improving processes, procedures, and/or infrastructure.
• Track record of leading cross‑functional teams and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Systems Engineering degree or certification (INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, ESEP).
• Excellent communication skills for sharing complex information clearly.
• Experience with project planning and Systems Engineering Management Plans.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for up to 8 hours per day.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Why Nonin Medical?

• Work on life‑saving technologies in a supportive, innovative environment.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
• Opportunities for growth, training, and leadership.

Explore the Benefits of being a Nonin Team Member

• Financial Security: 401(k), Employer Match, Annual Incentive and/or Profit‑sharing Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, Telemedicine Options, Mental Health and Fitness Offerings
• Flexibility: Paid Time Off + Personal Days and Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Protection: Disability Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Life Insurance

Ready to make an impact

Apply today and help us shape the future of medical technology.

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