Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
realSacramento (CA)
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Posted today
realSacramento (CA)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
Lead mechanical product development for implantable and wearable medical devices from concept through commercial release, guiding technical decisions and cross-functional execution. Support verification, validation, failure analysis, manufacturing readiness, regulatory compliance, and product launches while mentoring engineers and coordinating with suppliers and stakeholders.
Requirements:
Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline, plus at least eight years of medical device product development experience and a record of leading products through commercialization.
Candidates should have electromechanical development experience, proficiency with Creo and/or SolidWorks, knowledge of design controls and verification and validation, and demonstrated technical leadership; implantable device experience and a master's degree are preferred.
Key Skills: Mechanical Product Development
Electromechanical Systems
Medical Device Development
Technical Leadership
Product Requirements
Technical Specifications
Design Reviews
Verification and Validation
Failure Analysis
Manufacturing Readiness
FDA and ISO Compliance
Design Controls
Creo
SolidWorks
Risk Management
FMEA
Benefits: Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Coverage
Paid Leave
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