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Principal Systems Engineer

Work mode:  Hybrid
Onsite Location(s): 

Marlborough, MA, US, 01752

Additional Location(s): US-MA-Marlborough

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

 

Principal Systems Engineer

 

About the role:

Our Endoscopy Research and Development team is seeking a Systems Engineer who is passionate about improving patient outcomes across our increasing and wide range of complex systems-based products. As part of the R&D team, you will be responsible for leading the development of imaging-based products from definition through product launch. Come grow your career us!

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Act as an R&D Technical Lead responsible for technical direction and execution within a cross-functional team
  • Applies project management principles to plan, track, execute and report status of projects within a range of team sizes
  • Develop product requirements
  • Define system architectures
  • Review electrical designs and changes for technical and safety efficacy
  • Define strategy and perform product design and testing that will comply with electrical safety standards and medical device regulations
  • Develop and execute test methods and fixtures for design verification
  • Define and execute test plans to support design verification
  • Work closely with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to develop electromechanical design solutions to make data-based design decisions
  • Provide electronic and system level troubleshooting of prototype devices to aid product development
  • Work as a “hands-on” Engineer in performing troubleshooting on new products/process problems as related to design, material, or process.
  • Conduct feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality or to assess existing technologies
  • Solve complex problems and make sound design recommendations
  • Summarize, analyze, and draw conclusions from complex test results
  • Prepare complex reports and communicate results a wide range of audiences
  • Consistently generate innovative and unique solutions to market needs and submit idea disclosures
  • Responsible for engineering documentation
  • Proactively builds relationships and collaborates with cross-functional partners to ensure technical deliverables meet stakeholder needs
  • Identifies and builds relationships with external device manufacturers

 

What we’re looking for in you:

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years in product development
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field (computer, software, systems).
  • In depth knowledge of new product development processes
  • Proficient with electrical engineering or bioinstrumentation principles
  • Proficiency with common lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum/signal/logic analyzers
  • Effective communications/presentation skills to all levels of the organization (both written and verbal)
  • Experience working within Design Controls or equivalent for a regulated industry
  • Electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), HF (IEC 60601-2-2) and/or EMI/EMC (60601-1-2) standards experience
  • 10-20% travel, including international

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Medical device experience
  • Master’s or Ph.D degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field (computer, software, systems)
  • Clinical and technical knowledge of imaging based medical devices

 

 

Requisition ID: 592254

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement.  The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.  


As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

 

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

 

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran’s status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

 

Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

 

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.


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