Overview
On Site
Contract - W2
Skills
Mergers and Acquisitions
Research and Development
Innovation
Conceptual Design
Business Cases
Exceed
Design Controls
Articulate
Mentorship
Collaboration
Business Strategy
SAP BASIS
Life Insurance
Manufacturing
TDP
Product Design
Research
Patents
Product Development
Training
Sales
Testing
FOCUS
Design For Manufacturability
Human Factors And Ergonomics
Optimization
COGS
Marketing
Design Analysis
UPS
FEA
Risk Analysis
ISO 9000
GMP
Medical Devices
Microsoft Office
3D CAD
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Management
Presentations
Statistics
Minitab
Taxes
Insurance
Law
Management Consulting
Finance
Regulatory Compliance
Job Details
Description:
*Hybrid in Westborough, MA*
Our Fortune 500 medical device client is seeking a Sr. Principal R&D Engineer to lead the development and execution of a robust technology and product pipeline strategy. This role partners with cross-functional leaders to identify, prioritize, and advance high-impact opportunities-overseeing both organic and inorganic innovation initiatives by translating business strategies into product concepts, defining specifications, guiding conceptual design, and validating preliminary business cases to exceed customer and business expectations. They will evaluate trade-offs in cost, time, and risk to make sound, long-term decisions, applying deep expertise in medical device design control to guide projects through all stages of the product development lifecycle. Serving as a core team member at any stage, this individual will articulate a clear vision across the organization, mentor engineers, and provide direction to Engineering Technicians on best practices. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with Marketing to align new product development opportunities with business strategy and deploy innovative resources to research and advance these initiatives.
This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $70 - $120 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Provide expertise and guidance to Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Management leaders on exploratory, discovery, TRP, and TDP projects.
Lead product design and development from concept through production.
Develop engineering solutions, evaluate competing technologies, research the patent landscape, and file invention disclosures.
Plan, schedule, and execute assigned projects, ensuring alignment with timelines and deliverables.
Partner with Sales, Marketing, and clinicians to define requirements for new or modified products.
Manage and support vendors involved in product development and production.
Prepare and consult on technical brochures, training programs, and presentations for customers and sales teams.
Conduct testing, gather product data, and support value analysis initiatives with a focus on design for manufacturability, ergonomics, and cost optimization (COGS).
Develop product verification/validation requirements, protocols, and reports.
Provide consultation to other departments, customers, and upstream marketing as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve critical product/process issues.
Perform design analyses (tolerance stack-ups, strength of materials, FEA, risk analysis).
Maintain strong working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, GMP, and related standards.
Experience Requirements:
10+ years in medical devices with proven ability to engage customers, translate needs into innovative concepts, and make high-level strategic product decisions that shape product direction and market positioning.
Proficient in creating and critically reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
Proficient in Geometric dimensioning and tolerance
Strong working knowledge of FDA requirements, including 820CFR, ISO14971, IEC60601, GMP and other standards as they relate to the design and manufacture of medical devices
Skilled in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and 3D CAD/CAM software.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to guide other engineers.
Effective collaborator across all levels, functions, and sites.
Demonstrated ability to manage resources, projects, and timelines to drive results.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
NICE TO HAVE'S
Stanford Mussallem Biodesign experience
Experience in statistical analysis package (Stat Ease, Minitab)
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!
*Hybrid in Westborough, MA*
Our Fortune 500 medical device client is seeking a Sr. Principal R&D Engineer to lead the development and execution of a robust technology and product pipeline strategy. This role partners with cross-functional leaders to identify, prioritize, and advance high-impact opportunities-overseeing both organic and inorganic innovation initiatives by translating business strategies into product concepts, defining specifications, guiding conceptual design, and validating preliminary business cases to exceed customer and business expectations. They will evaluate trade-offs in cost, time, and risk to make sound, long-term decisions, applying deep expertise in medical device design control to guide projects through all stages of the product development lifecycle. Serving as a core team member at any stage, this individual will articulate a clear vision across the organization, mentor engineers, and provide direction to Engineering Technicians on best practices. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with Marketing to align new product development opportunities with business strategy and deploy innovative resources to research and advance these initiatives.
This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $70 - $120 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Provide expertise and guidance to Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Management leaders on exploratory, discovery, TRP, and TDP projects.
Lead product design and development from concept through production.
Develop engineering solutions, evaluate competing technologies, research the patent landscape, and file invention disclosures.
Plan, schedule, and execute assigned projects, ensuring alignment with timelines and deliverables.
Partner with Sales, Marketing, and clinicians to define requirements for new or modified products.
Manage and support vendors involved in product development and production.
Prepare and consult on technical brochures, training programs, and presentations for customers and sales teams.
Conduct testing, gather product data, and support value analysis initiatives with a focus on design for manufacturability, ergonomics, and cost optimization (COGS).
Develop product verification/validation requirements, protocols, and reports.
Provide consultation to other departments, customers, and upstream marketing as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve critical product/process issues.
Perform design analyses (tolerance stack-ups, strength of materials, FEA, risk analysis).
Maintain strong working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, GMP, and related standards.
Experience Requirements:
10+ years in medical devices with proven ability to engage customers, translate needs into innovative concepts, and make high-level strategic product decisions that shape product direction and market positioning.
Proficient in creating and critically reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
Proficient in Geometric dimensioning and tolerance
Strong working knowledge of FDA requirements, including 820CFR, ISO14971, IEC60601, GMP and other standards as they relate to the design and manufacture of medical devices
Skilled in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and 3D CAD/CAM software.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to guide other engineers.
Effective collaborator across all levels, functions, and sites.
Demonstrated ability to manage resources, projects, and timelines to drive results.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
NICE TO HAVE'S
Stanford Mussallem Biodesign experience
Experience in statistical analysis package (Stat Ease, Minitab)
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!
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