Mobility Principal Engineer

IMRIS Imaging, Inc DBA IMRIS•Billerica, MA

2d•$145,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

To date, more than 70,000 patients have benefited from procedures performed in IMRIS Surgical Theatres worldwide, supporting improved resection rates, reduced reoperation needs, and extended life expectancy in complex neurosurgical cases. IMRIS continues to advance the field by integrating next-generation intraoperative imaging technologies and shaping the future of neurosurgery and image-guided interventions across leading hospitals globally. We are currently searching for a Mobility Principal Engineer to join our team. This role will be performed on-site and is based at our location in North Billerica, MA. Please note: There is no relocation offered for this role. The ideal candidate will currently reside in the Greater Boston area.

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
10+ years of experience developing complex electro-mechanical systems.
Demonstrated experience leading safety-critical motion-control systems.
Strong expertise in: Mobility system architecture, Motorized motion systems, Electro-mechanical integration, Functional safety, System verification and validation.
Experience with medical devices, robotics, automation, or heavy mobile equipment.

Nice To Haves

MRI, CT, Surgical Robotics, Radiation Therapy, or Medical Imaging experience.
Experience with dockable patient tables, moving gantries, autonomous or semi-autonomous mobility systems.
Knowledge of: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-6, ISO 14971, Functional safety principles.
Experience supporting FDA 510(k) submissions and design controls.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of mechanical subsystems for an MRI system.
Develop mobility mechanisms, patient handling systems, equipment supports and structural assemblies.
Design and optimize cable routing solutions for signal, power, cooling, and RF-related components.
Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assemblies, and design documentation.
Utilize rapid prototyping and 3D printing technologies to support concept evaluation, functional testing and design verification.
Collaborate closely with Electrical, RF, Magnet, Gradient, Software Engineering teams to ensure successful system integration.
Resolve mechanical and electro-mechanical integration challenges during prototype builds.
Support design reviews and cross-functional technical discussions.
Develop and execute mechanical verification test plans and protocols.
Perform structural, vibration, shock, thermal, durability, transportation and lifecycle testing.
Support compliance with applicable medical device standards, including: IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Safety, ISO 14971 Risk Management.
Generate and maintain Design History File (DHF) documentation.