Principal R&D EngineerIn this exciting role as a Principal R&D Engineer, you will have responsibility for designing and developing patient monitoring consumables. Location: Boulder, CO - no relocation assistanceAbility to travel up to: 10% Domestic and International Operating UnitAcute Care & Monitoring is transforming the future of health monitoring. Our purpose is to work together with the global healthcare community to solve clinically meaningful problems, with technologies and solutions for blood oxygen management, respiratory compromise, and perioperative complications. Careers That Change LivesJoin a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds and their individual life experiences to work every day. It's no accident – we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it's the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at MedtronicClick HereA Day in the LifeLeads the design, development, and analysis of sensor mechanical and optical components, ensuring technical excellence and troubleshooting during all stages of research and product development. Develop sub-system, component, and material test methods and models to understand and address key questions in product development, leveraging expertise in the field. Investigates impact, provides guidance and project leadership in the execution of design and material changes stemming from sustaining engineering and cost reduction projects. Drives collaboration within design team to accelerate critical thinking and analyze problems. Transforms research findings into practical and marketable products, viable for high-volume manufacturing and patient use. Plays a key role in product research, development, and clinical trials, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful integration of mechanical, optical, and adhesive components into patient-wearable devices. Works closely with manufacturing, suppliers and other stakeholders to conduct Design For Manufacturability, Design Transfer and quality assurance activities. Designs studies to investigate specific life science questions within field of expertise.May be involved in product research and development and/or clinical trials.Additional tasks as assigned. Must Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree with 7+ years of engineering experience ORAn advanced degree with 5+ years of engineering experience Nice to Have7+ years of medical device engineering experience Advanced degree in engineering or another technical field Comprehensive understanding and practical experience with optical sensing technologies relevant to medical applications, such as spectroscopy. Able to work independently to develop and execute technical development task and clearly communicate findings, risks, and conclusions. Analyze data and conducts statistical analysis to drive product design decisions. Proven ability to design mechanical systems optimized for high-volume manufacturing while adhering to strict cost constraints, including expertise in DFM and DFA principles. Familiarity with materials suitable for medical device fabrication, including biocompatible polymers and adhesives suitable for patient attachment, and experience selecting appropriate materials based on performance requirements and regulatory standards. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in the development of complex medical devices, including defining project milestones, managing timelines and budgets, and coordinating activities across engineering, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing functions. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and experience in developing devices compliant with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 60601). Strong understanding and experience with design controls from development of design inputs to experience in developing and executing verification protocols. Proven track record of solving complex engineering challenges and introducing innovative solutions to improve device performance, reduce cost, enhance usability, or address regulatory requirements. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with multidisciplinary teams, external partners, and stakeholders, as well as for presenting technical information to non-technical audiences. Comprehensive understanding of human factors principles and experience applying them to optimize the design of medical devices for usability, comfort, and safety, particularly in devices that attach to patients. About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.??We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefitshere. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan.??Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6here. The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).?The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,?certification/education, market conditions, location, etc. At Medtronic, most positions are posted on our career site for at least 3-7 days.
