Senior Systems Test Engineer - Electrophysiology

Boston Scientific; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking a Senior Systems Test Engineer in Waltham, Massachusetts. In this role, you will lead Design Verification activities for innovative electrophysiology technologies, collaborating across engineering disciplines.

The ideal candidate must possess a relevant engineering degree and a minimum of 5 years in the medical device industry. Responsibilities include developing and validating test methods and working with cross-functional teams on product development. A strong focus on communication and technical leadership is essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience within the medical device industry required.
• Experience leading technical tasks to completion.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Design Verification activities for projects.
• Develop testing schedules and communicate with teams.
• Design and validate test methods for product verification.

Skills

Leading engineering projects

Conducting simulations

Working with mixed hardware and software systems

Using Minitab

Using Linux

Using MATLAB

Using Python

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline

Job description

Senior Systems Test Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Test Engineer to join a dynamic, cross‑functional team that provides technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, software and catheter engineering disciplines. In this role, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary partners in Marketing, Regulatory Affairs and Quality to support the development and commercialization of innovative electrophysiology technologies.

The position focuses on Design Verification (DV) activities associated with new product development projects from concept through commercialization, as well as support for commercially released products. The successful candidate will partner with project teams to define test strategies, develop and validate test methods, and ensure the successful execution of design verification activities. This role primarily supports the Opal HDX Mapping System and its integrated components.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Design Verification activities for electrophysiology projects and programs.
• Develop and communicate testing schedules, including updates and changes, to cross‑functional teams.
• Design, develop, validate and execute test methods to inform design decisions and verify system functionality.
• Author and maintain test procedures, test reports and design verification plans to support regulatory submissions.
• Design and assemble new test fixtures to support verification activities.
• Partner with New Product Development and Quality teams to investigate issues, troubleshoot defects and determine root causes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to support product development from concept through commercialization.
• Support verification activities for the Opal HDX Mapping System and associated integrated technologies.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within the medical device industry with a bachelor’s degree, or minimum of 3 years’ experience with a master’s degree or doctorate.
• Experience leading engineering projects and driving technical tasks to completion.
• Experience conducting simulations, mathematical analyses and/or system interaction analyses.
• Experience working with mixed hardware and software systems.
• Technical experience with digital and analog low‑noise systems.
• Experience using Minitab, Linux, MATLAB and Python.
• Strong communication, collaboration and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply a solution‑oriented approach to problem‑solving.

• Experience supporting electrophysiology, cardiac mapping or related medical device technologies.
• Experience developing and validating test methods in a regulated environment.
• Experience supporting Design Verification activities for complex medical systems.
• Experience preparing technical documentation for regulatory submissions.
• Knowledge of FDA, ISO 13485 and design control requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.