Senior R&D Engineer

As a Senior R&D Engineer in the Electrophysiology division, you will support the creation and development of new medical device products through research and R&D systems engineering. The role focuses on mechanical and electro-mechanical design, requirements analysis, feasibility evaluation, and supporting development activities from early concept through market release.

Role Overview

You will provide technical support across the R&D lifecycle, including researching and designing mechanical and electro-mechanical components, materials, and processes. You will also analyze system requirements and user needs, contribute to stakeholder input, and support development through documentation, feasibility work, vendor coordination, and intellectual property activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the creation and development of new medical device products.
• Support compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
• Research, develop, design, and evaluate mechanical and electro-mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes, and/or equipment.
• Perform analysis and/or interviews to determine system requirements and constraints.
• Analyze user needs and provide input to relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality.
• Develop new concepts from initial design through market release.
• Direct support personnel and coordinate project activities.
• Write and submit intellectual property (patents).
• Maintain detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
• Review or coordinate vendor activities to support development efforts.
• Research cost-effective alternative approaches to current processes.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 6+ years of related work experience with a complete understanding of the specified functional area.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in medical devices and/or systems engineering, including experience related to establishing user needs and requirements for new product development.
• Experience with implantable/class III devices, electromechanical devices, or echo imaging modalities (e.g., TEE, ICE).

Location and Schedule

Location: Plymouth, MN (onsite). Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Compensation

Salary: USD 48 - 53 per hourly.