Principal Engineer, Design Development, R&D
Teleflex
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Pleasanton • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $170,000 - $185,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
Tech Stack
Assembly
About the role
- you are the technical leader and role model for the team
- mentor, guide, supervise, train, and assist R&D engineers and Laboratory personnel in their work
- assigns tasks to and directs engineers, technicians, and administrative staff
- you are an innovator and find solutions for the most complex problems
- translate user and business requirements into product requirements and high-level product design
- experience with system architecture and concept design of complex mechanisms
- ideation, concept generation, and patent disclosure submissions
- develop new products and product concepts using existing and emerging technologies per Design Control requirements
- manage projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and documentation
- serve as the technical specialist for the organization in the application of advanced concepts, principles, and methods in an assigned area
- define customer requirements and engineering specifications
- design prototypes and feasibility models for proof-of-concept testing
- lead the DOE and reliability effort for the project
- develop new test methods as needed
- analytically assess data and test methods to evaluate designs and down-select
- peer review drawings, documents, and provide input to ensure engineering rigor
- work closely with suppliers to ensure component delivery and assembly operators to ensure manufacturability of the new design
- lead overall design efforts, including design/process characterization, verification, and validation of new product designs
- prepare, participate in, and lead Design Control documentation activities, Design Reviews, Quality Audits, and CAPAs
- direct and monitor outside research and development projects
- through seminars, literature, and peer groups, stay current with technology, practices, and general engineering knowledge related to one’s field
- keep informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications
- perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
- contribute to our culture that thrives on shared values, with people at the center of all we do
Requirements
- typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or 10 years and a master’s degree, or a PhD with 7 years of experience
- design experience using injection molding, stamping, metal injection molding, springs, and related fabrication processes
- exceptional mechanical design skills on complicated mechanisms and systems
- expertise in SolidWorks
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- familiarity with ISO 13485, ISO 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 82304-1, MDD, and FDA QSR
- experience developing mechatronic products with IEC 60601 is a plus
- medical device experience is required
- experience in robotics, motor control systems, embedded systems, or hardware/software integration is a plus
Benefits
- medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- participation in 401(k) savings plan
- various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, short- and long-term disability and parental leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
system architectureconcept designmechanical designinjection moldingmetal injection moldingSolidWorksmechatronic productsroboticsmotor control systemsembedded systems
Soft skills
mentoringguidingsupervisingtrainingproblem-solvingcommunicationproject managementanalytical assessmentcollaborationleadership
Certifications
bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringmaster's degreePhDISO 13485ISO 62304ISO 14971IEC 82304-1MDDFDA QSRIEC 60601