Job Description Summary
As the Staff R&D Engineer, you will contribute to cross-disciplinary product development teams and may lead the definition, design, and execution of Systems Engineering activities throughout all phases of the product lifecycle.
We're looking for a
Staff R&D Engineer
with a strong systems mindset to lead the development and evolution of complex medical technologies. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping product architecture, defining system-level requirements, and driving integration and verification activities across the product lifecycle—from concept through commercialization and post-market support.
You'll collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure our solutions meet user needs, regulatory standards, and performance expectations. Whether you're passionate about systems thinking, product architecture, or hands-on experimentation, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on innovative healthcare solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead systems-level design and development activities for both new and existing products.
* Define and maintain system and product architectures, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.
* Translate user and stakeholder needs into clear, actionable system requirements and interface definitions.
* Drive traceability from requirements through design, implementation, and verification.
* Lead system integration efforts, including defect tracking, configuration management, and risk analysis.
* Plan and execute system-level testing, analyze data, and communicate findings through reports and design reviews.
* Support verification and validation activities, including protocol development and execution.
* Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Reliability teams to ensure smooth product transitions and resolve field issues.
* Facilitate cross-functional technical reviews and contribute to risk management activities (e.g., dFMEA, hazard analysis).
* Apply creative problem-solving and critical thinking to resolve complex technical challenges.
About You
* Proven experience in R&D for complex electro-mechanical systems—medical devices, diagnostics, lab automation, or similar.
* Strong foundation in systems engineering principles, including requirements management, architecture development, integration, and verification.
* Skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and drawing insights from test results.
* Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-paced, agile environments.
* Effective communicator and collaborator with the ability to influence across functions and lead without formal authority.
* Demonstrated ability to manage technical complexity and deliver results in cross-functional project teams.
* Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn new technologies and approaches.