Sr. Process Engineer

Boston Scientific•Maple Grove, MN

2d•$85,000 - $161,500•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical leadership and direction for materials science and process technology, driving consistency across franchises and project teams and applying organizational best practices. The role is recognized as a materials science expert, with deep knowledge of polymers and material–process–performance relationships. It provides vision for next-generation materials and process technologies that support product development and improve product cost margins. The position requires expertise in polymer material selection and characterization, as well as development of complex polymer assembly and bonding processes. It influences product design early in development through materials knowledge, material selection, design for manufacturability, and design concepts that enable robust, reliable integrated finished devices. Success requires influence across business units and functions. The role is onsite at a local office five days per week. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. The position is safety-sensitive and requires a prohibited substance test. Compensation is listed as $85,000 to $161,500, with actual compensation varying based on location, experience, training, education, and other factors; variable compensation may also apply subject to eligibility and plan requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Science/Engineering, or a related area of focus.
Strong polymer materials background, including material selection, characterization, and processing.
Demonstrated ability to influence product design through materials expertise.
Demonstrated cross-functional teamwork in a technically demanding environment.
Experience in leadership of team members.
Medical device design and process development experience.

Responsibilities

Set technical direction for materials and process technology for the function and/or franchise, serving as a key materials science resource and expert.
Partner with R&D and product design teams early in development to influence design decisions, including material selection and design for manufacturability.
Investigate material and process needs of future product designs and develop technology plans to support development teams, providing business rationale for proposed research or technology investments.
Lead polymer material characterization and failure analysis to understand structure–property–process relationships and guide design and process decisions.
Develop and optimize complex polymer assembly and bonding processes for integrated finished devices.
Apply published work in materials and polymer science to advanced engineering problems, or work with external parties such as suppliers and academia to do so.
Evaluate materials and process technologies at other Boston Scientific sites and externally, leverage them where applicable, and serve as a key contact for materials-related technical queries from other sites.
Set direction for education efforts and mentoring in materials science and polymer processing.
Contribute to technical review teams by providing materials-related risk assessments and recommendations.
Review and assess materials and processes for potential patent opportunities and generate intellectual property as applicable.
Provide work direction to other engineers and technicians.