Principal Engineer, R&D page is loaded## Principal Engineer, R&Dlocations: Cork, Irelandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R******Work Flexibility: Hybrid**Who we want:**We are seeking an R&D Engineer who is passionate about innovation and motivated by solving complex clinical challenges to help develop our next generation of neurosurgical products in the cranial space.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced engineering and life-saving medical technology.The ideal candidate is driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives and is energized by translating engineering principles into safe, effective, and intuitive solutions for surgeons.
You will contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge technologies, working closely with cross-functional teams including clinicians, researchers, and manufacturing partners.Through creativity, technical rigor, and a strong sense of purpose, you will help push the boundaries of what is possible in neurosurgery—delivering innovations that directly improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
**What you will do:**Technical Responsibilities:• Lead technical team members in research, design, development, modification and evaluation of modules, assemblies, or subsystems • Apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts across various products within business • Translate user needs to design inputs/ specifications and produce system/architectural level layouts and platform designs • Assess new technologies and capabilities (prototyping, testing, et.al.) for the organization • Mentor and influence in correction of complex product design issues • Navigate the Intellectual landscape for filings and protection Business Responsibilities: • Possess an in-depth knowledge of the industry and competitive landscape • Partner with customers, internal and external key opinion leaders to develop technical strategies that meet clinical needs • Strategize and execute customer facing activities like voice of customer and customer centric design across the business • Collaborate on Financial /business modeling and supports business reviews to validate a technical approach Med Device Compliance: • Divisional expert with extensive experience applying industry standards for device development • Independent reviewer and advisor for the creation or refinement of engineering documentation, such as the Design History file • Lead the development of standards and regulations, working closely with functions within and across business General Responsibilities: • Lead cooperative efforts with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success • Lead and support team members to create or improve procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology requirements • Develop and utilize tools to enhance the company's product/process development or performance • Identify and implement design and process solutions and ensures they are sustained over time • Lead and support complex product development for cross functional teams, influencing multiple technical areas of expertise • Hold team accountable to deliver high quality results with passion, energy and drive to meet business priorities • Mentor, develop and influence across the business, intentionally building divisional relationships **Minimum Qualifications (Required):** • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, BioMedical Engineering or similar & 8+ years of work experience **Preferred Qualifications (Strongly desired):** Technical Skills: • Broad base of experience in Implementing design methodologies such as DFM, Reliability, Systems Design • High degree of experience in medical device design (or designing in a highly regulated industry) and ability to utilize Solid Modeling and CAE tools to optimize the design • In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing and processing methods and technologies to support complex product development • Ability to communicate complex plans and technical information to team members within and across businessesTravel Percentage: 20%
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