Boston Scientific · 15 hours ago
Principal Designer
Arden Hills, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$85K/yr - $162K/yr
8+ years expBoston Scientific is a leader in medical science, committed to solving significant health industry challenges. They are seeking two highly motivated Principal Designers to lead the commercialization of new products and improvements, focusing on developing processes from concept to production in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Hold and conduct team meetings on small and large projects to review trade-offs, layout comparisons and other analyses to optimize solutions
Utilize complex software tools (Solidworks, Capture, and Windchill) to make technical designs that fulfill the mechanical specifications
Give direction to other individual contributors and be able to communicate effectively to accomplish the task at hand
Gather data and present to upper management using tools like Excel and Word
Leverage communication skills to facilitate the design process and reach project completion
Develop, test, and execute complex mechanical systems and designs that reveal their functions
Have a full knowledge of GD&T tolerancing
Work independently on projects, meet timelines, and document proven concepts with data to back it up
Create product concepts using current tool analysis techniques and technologies through use of parametric CAD software and other mechanisms
Perform Mechanical design/redesign of medical device products applying industry standards (e.g. ASME Y14.5M-2009) to detail drawings
Create/modify/maintain documentation using CAD tools that are tied to a data management system
Provide support for OEM device documentation and Bill of Material structure support
Complete document packages by detailing parts and creating BOM and schematics following layouts, sketches, and verbal instructions to ensure that all of the needed documentation is available for the manufacturing process
Review and verify design work of peers to check for compliance with standards and corporate procedures
May review engineering order (EO) package by reading information on EOs (e.g. document description) and supplemental information (e.g., preliminary sketch) to identify missing information
May generate engineering change orders (ECOs); may provide illustrations, animation, and web publishing solutions that allow communication of 2D/3D product information for interactive assembly, maintenance/restoration of documentation, product presentations, and Federal and International compliance
Use strong knowledge of pneumatics and kinetics
Recommend product improvements and enhancements for improving methods/workflow through the department
Work collaboratively with engineering, management, and other functional departments, and provide input and assistance
Create timely, innovative, cost-effective design solutions, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Associate's or 2-year technical degree (or higher) in mechanical drafting or related field
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in mechanical design and using SolidWorks software
Hands-on mechanical aptitude
Strong understanding of GD&T
Demonstrated ability to develop equipment/fixtures/tooling from concept to production
Demonstrated cross functional teamwork in technically demanding environment
Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel, domestic and international, up to 10%
Preferred
Prior experience as a technical lead on team projects
Molding experience
Prior experience in medical device industry or similar highly-regulated industry
Highly motivated individual that can independently drive deliverables to completion through collaboration among team members
Experience in New Product Development
Demonstrated ability to develop and drive innovative solutions into processes and products
Medical device design experience
Experience with mechanical design
Ability to schedule out timelines with specific milestones to achieve and demonstrated success
Company
Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific is a medical technology company that designs and develops medical devices to diagnose and treat a wide range of condition.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$10.02B2025-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.58B
2024-02-22Post Ipo Debt· $2.17B
2022-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $3.28B
Leadership Team
Michael Mahoney
Chairman, President & CEO
Daniel J. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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