Boston Scientific Senior R & Engineer 

United States, Minnesota 

456871102

Your responsibilities will include:

• Serving as a key R&D team member focused on test method development for next-generation access sheaths and mechanical circulatory support devices

• Leading the creation of novel test methods and enhancing existing ones to evaluate key product performance characteristics

• Designing and executing structured experimental plans to drive data-based decisions

• Collaborating with Design Assurance on test method validations, including documentation and statistical analysis

• Communicating technical updates clearly and effectively to cross-functional stakeholders

• Guiding and mentoring junior engineers and technicians on test method execution

• Translating clinical use cases and physician feedback into actionable engineering requirements

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including process development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, and marketing

• Creating and maintaining detailed documentation such as test reports, memos, and change requests

• Analyzing engineering problems and recommending solutions or alternative approaches based on sound technical reasoning

• Applying engineering principles to evaluate requirements, components, and systems throughout the development lifecycle

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with a BS degree, or minimum of 3 years' experience with an MS degree, primarily in the medical device or related field

• Demonstrated experience in developing and validating test methods for medical or mechanical systems

• Proficiency in SolidWorks

• Strong understanding of statistical analysis techniques and application to experimental design

• Proven mechanical engineering and analytical problem-solving skills

• Prior experience working in the medical device industry (any class)

• Ability to synthesize technical data from various sources and make informed recommendations

• Self-starter with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to engineering development

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to drive deliverables through creative problem solving and cross-functional collaboration

• Experience with the development of vascular access sheaths and delivery systems

• Proven ability to ideate, prototype, and implement innovative test method solutions

• Experience engaging directly with physicians and end users during product design and evaluation

• Familiarity with design controls, risk management processes, and DV/DVAL execution

• Experience supporting all stages of the product development process (PDP lifecycle)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead within a matrixed environment

• Excellent organizational and collaboration skills in a dynamic team setting