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Freudenberg Group

Principal Research and Development Engineer

Freudenberg Group

Principal Engineer leading R&D and product development for innovative medical devices at Freudenberg. Overseeing complex problem-solving and regulatory compliance in the medical industry.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeMinnetonka • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Anticipates business challenges and/or regulatory issues, reviews and recommends products/services and process improvements.
  • Looks beyond existing methodologies to define and resolve highly complex problems.
  • Influences change and advancement of the industry and/or profession.
  • Contributes to the development of the functional strategy (e.g. R&D, Manufacturing, Sales).
  • Oversees introduction of value-adding technical solutions and leads/directs introduction of emerging technologies.
  • Communicates highly complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others at senior management levels.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 12 years of Medical Device design & development experience.
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • 21CFR Part 820.30 Design Controls, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 ISO 10993 and IEC 62366.
  • 3D solid modelling (e.g. SolidWorks or related software).
  • Hands-on experience with machining and 3D prototyping methods preferred.
  • Knowledge of silicone and plastic molding preferred.
  • Good communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent mechanical, analytical & problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Committed to diversity and inclusion

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Hard Skills & Tools
Medical Device designMedical Device development3D solid modellingmachining3D prototypingsilicone moldingplastic moldinganalytical skillsproblem-solving skills
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsinfluencing changepersuasionstrategic thinking
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Biomedical EngineeringMaster’s degree21CFR Part 820.30ISO 13485ISO 14971ISO 10993IEC 62366