Senior Systems Engineer

6149-DePuy Synthes Products Legal Entity • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior System Engineer, Advanced Technology is an experienced individual contributor responsible for defining, integrating, and evaluating advanced technology prototypes and proofs of concept for surgical robotics and digital orthopedic applications. This role focuses on foundational technologies, early feasibility assessment, and integration of external advanced technology components. This position partners closely with Advanced Technology, R&D, clinical, and external innovation partners to translate technology hypotheses and early opportunity assessments into structured feasibility plans, prototype requirements, and prototype demonstration plans. The role enables evidence-based decisions on technology maturation and integration potential. The Senior System Engineer leads system definition and demonstration planning for exploratory technology projects, including prototype architecture development, integration of external technology components, and assessment of early prototypes, generally operating with a high degree of autonomy. The role emphasizes rapid learning, rigorous technical evaluation, and clear documentation of risks, limitations, and recommendations. While this role does not directly develop commercial products, it applies appropriate medical device engineering rigor, risk-based thinking, and quality principles to prototype and proof-of-concept activities. This role requires strong hands-on system integration capabilities and experience supporting prototype demonstrations, with the ability to work across ambiguous early-stage concepts, benchtop systems, and simulated use environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in multidisciplinary systems engineering, prototype development, or applied research.
• Experience with Class II or Class III medical devices, surgical robotics, navigation, or digital surgery is preferred.
• Prior exposure to assisting with test execution (e.g., bench testing, verification testing) is a plus.
• Knowledge of embedded systems, software/firmware development, electromechanical systems, sensing technologies, or controls is a plus.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering, prototype development, and demonstration planning principles.
• Experience with requirements, demonstration planning, and technical documentation tools.
• Familiarity with prototyping and automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB) is a plus.
• Excellent technical writing and demonstration reporting skills.
• Strong hands-on mindset, collaborative working style, and intellectual curiosity for emerging technologies.
• Ability to assist in performing tests (e.g., bench, verification, or characterization tests) and accurately recording results under the guidance of test engineering leads.
• Proficient in statistical methods for analyzing data.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Class II or Class III medical devices, surgical robotics, navigation, or digital surgery
• Prior exposure to assisting with test execution (e.g., bench testing, verification testing)
• Knowledge of embedded systems, software/firmware development, electromechanical systems, sensing technologies, or controls
• Familiarity with prototyping and automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB)

Responsibilities

• Define and drive system definition and demonstration strategy for advanced technology prototypes and proofs of concept, including architecture, integration approach, and success criteria.
• Develop and document prototype requirements, translating technology hypotheses and early user needs into clear, verifiable criteria.
• Collaborate across R&D, clinical, quality, regulatory, and engineering disciplines to assess technology feasibility and integration potential.
• Work hands-on with prototypes, demonstration setups, and experimental platforms to accelerate technical learning and decision-making.
• Develop prototype system architectures integrating external technologies, electromechanical subsystems, software, sensing, and controls.
• Apply risk-based engineering judgment to identify prototype hazards, technical limitations, and evidence gaps.
• Define system behaviors, demonstration scenarios, performance metrics, and acceptance criteria for feasibility studies, working with a high degree of independence.
• Plan and execute feasibility and characterization studies for foundational technologies and early prototypes in lab or simulated use environments.
• Lead technical reviews of prototypes and technology options, contributing to discussions on assumptions, risks, and trade-offs.
• Define prototype interfaces to ensure compatibility, demonstration readiness, and safe integration across subsystems.
• Apply robust experimental design and data-driven evaluation methods, including statistical analysis and repeatability assessment.
• Characterize prototype performance, durability, accuracy, and failure modes under representative experimental conditions.
• Support documentation of feasibility results, limitations, and integration risks for technology transition decisions.
• Investigate prototype anomalies observed during demonstrations, lead root cause analysis, and help define corrective actions.
• Assist in performing select verification or characterization tests on prototypes as needed, supporting the broader test team with hands-on execution and data collection.
• Partner with the Project Manager to prepare, plan, and lead cadaveric specimen testing of prototypes, coordinating logistics, protocols, and technical readiness for these studies.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, agile advanced technology environment, adapting plans quickly as priorities evolve.
• Support advanced technology planning, including prototype build plans and feasibility schedules, and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Prepare and deliver prototype demonstrations for internal stakeholders, leadership, and external partners, ensuring prototypes are demonstration-ready and clearly showcase key capabilities and learnings.
• Support Voice of Customer (VoC) activities and surgeon engagement events by preparing prototypes, coordinating logistics, and capturing structured feedback to inform technology maturation.

Benefits

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior