Principal R&D Systems Engineer

Principal Systems EngineerDiversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career.About the role: The Ablation Catheter Development Team is growing and has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer role supporting Electrophysiology product development within the Cardiology division. Electrophysiology is an exciting growth driver for BSC. With the acquisition of FARAPULSE Inc., Boston Scientific will strengthen its leadership in Personalized EP Solutions, with a strong focus in Atrial Fibrillation. The principal engineer role will be a key team member in providing systems engineering support in the creation and development of new electrophysiology ablation catheter technologies and the integration of those products into the larger system.As Principal Engineer, you will support new product development team solutions to multi-faceted customer issues, requiring applied in-depth problem-solving competencies. You will be a part of a high-performance team responsible for the design, implementation, and test of medical devices within our electrophysiology pulsed field ablation device portfolio. This critical role will be a part of best-in-class development practices and rigorous, holistic product design in coordination with internal and external partners.Key responsibilities include:Researches, develops, designs, and evaluates mechanical and electro-mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes and/or equipment.Develops solutions to diverse engineering problems of high complexity which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.Drives technical aspects of complex device development including requirements, design, implementation, test, integration, transfer to manufacturing, and verification/validation.Translates user needs to create technical requirements aligned to design through the development cycle toward successful execution of usability and validation plans toward regulatory submission and approval.Solves system problems by analyzing the situation and recommending corrective or alternative actions.Leads technical teams through problem solving. Facilitates crisp decision making around key technical issues. Plans and organizes project assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Directs support personnel and project activities.Ensures quality system compliance for medical device development, champion continuous improvement, and adopt best practices.Participates in the development of others by facilitating training and providing feedback and guidance.Creates a strong team culture around high expectations and high performance.Writes and submits intellectual property (patents). Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development. Provides clear communication to stakeholders at key technical updates.Required qualifications:BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Systems Engineering7+ Years with BS, 5+ Years with MS Experience with Design/Technical skills in complex electromechanical systems with the ability to demonstrate a good understanding of the fundamentals of Design.Experience managing technical aspects of projects as a member of a cross-functional core teamDemonstrated strong cross-functional collaboration, influence without authority, and project/task management enabling highly effective teamsExperience working with Electrophysiology and/or Class II or Class III Medical Device products.Experience working within a quality system, IEC and ISO standards relevant to medical device lifecycle and risk management (i.e., ISO 13485).Passion for understanding and solving problems for end usersStrong written and oral communication skillsPreferred qualifications:Proven self-starter who runs towards critical issues, ambiguous requirements, or loosely defined challenges with a demonstrated ability to rally teams to achieve business results.Demonstrated product development leadership and communication skills.Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership on a large-scale development program.Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on technical inputs from multiple and varied sources.Systems engineering mindset, able to articulate customer unmet needs and translate into holistic technical solutions.Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran.