Principal R&D Engineer (Medtech)

TL;DR

Principal R&D Engineer (Medtech): Driving front-end innovation for percutaneous venous and arterial thrombectomy systems with an accent on concept development, feasibility assessment, and prototype development. Focus on translating clinical insights into engineering concepts and designing catheter-based thrombectomy technologies.

Location: Plymouth, Minnesota, USA. Flexible work style (combination of onsite and remote), must be based in the US

Salary: $131,200 - $196,800

Company

A global leader in healthcare technology dedicated to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life.

What you will do

• Lead early-stage engineering activities for venous and arterial thrombectomy devices.
• Translate unmet clinical needs into design inputs and early system requirements.
• Design and develop early prototypes of catheter-based systems, including aspiration and mechanical thrombectomy mechanisms.
• Conduct engineering analyses on catheter performance, flow paths, and structural integrity.
• Plan and execute benchtop feasibility testing in flow loops and representative anatomical models.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and marketing stakeholders to align concepts with procedural workflows.

Requirements

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of medical device R&D experience.
• Direct experience developing venous and/or arterial thrombectomy technologies.
• Experience with catheter-based interventional device design and CAD (SolidWorks, Creo).
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping and benchtop feasibility testing.
• U.S. work authorization required.

Nice to have

• MS or PhD in engineering or related discipline.
• Track record of invention disclosures and scientific publications.
• Experience designing blood-contacting devices with consideration for hemolysis and thrombogenicity.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA design controls, and ISO 14971 risk management.
• Startup or early-phase product development experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and short-term disability.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan and global well-being program.