Principal R&D Engineer-CA
About The Position
As a Principal R&D Engineer, you will play a key role in design and development of implantable BCI hardware. We are looking for candidates with experience in active implantable medical device development who are excited to bring their skills to a mission-driven environment. You will get to contribute as part of an incredible cross-functional team to FDA submissions, help many people engage with the work in a new way, and shape the future of medical device technology. A successful candidate will have history with design, fabrication, and verification of novel mechanical and electrical interconnect mechanisms. They should have previous success in taking a concept into feasibility and through manufacturing to production at scale. They will have experience working in a regulated environment and understand how design controls are effectively utilized. Finally, Synchron prides itself as a company predicated on innovation and solving challenging problems in the neurotechnology space. All employees are expected to be self-motivated, think critically, and challenge the status quo. As a medical device company, all decisions are to be made with a patient first approach and producing a high-quality product in mind. We seek to hire a candidate that embodies these principles.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in the medical device field.
- BS or MS in Mechanical/Electrical engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Material Science or related technical field.
- Strong understanding of material science with focus in thin films and interconnects.
- Experience developing test methods, protocols, and reports.
- Results-oriented with a combination of mental flexibility, creativity, analytical ability, and sound judgment.
- Proven track record of innovation.
- Personal drive, adaptability, individual accountability, and a strong bias for action.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Competency in 3D modelling, 3d printing and prototyping.
Nice To Haves
- Experience gathering input from the field when interacting with KOLs.
- Experience in a lead engineer position for the design and development of implanted medical devices that are commercial-ready.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of novel medical devices from concept through commercialization.
- Perform feasibility studies, proof-of-concept testing, and design verification/validation activities.
- Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation including drawings, CAD models, design history files, and risk management records.
- Support preparation of regulatory submissions by providing design data, test results, and technical reports.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to transfer products from R&D into production.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for product issues.
- As our team and goals grow, your responsibilities may adapt to meet changing needs or new opportunities.
Benefits
- Subsidized medical and dental insurance coverage for you and your dependent(s)
- Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability
- 401k
- Discretionary unlimited PTO
- Flexible Spending Account for you and your dependent(s), with eligible plan elections
- Commuter benefits for NY employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
