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Boston Scientific Senior R&D Engineer in Arden Hills, Minnesota
Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance 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. About the role: Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research & Development Engineer. The successful candidate will participate in the design and development of next generation medical devices. The R&D role will utilize a variety of new and proven technologies to deliver life-changing medical devices to patients and clinicians in support of BSC's mission. This candidate will work with a team to develop new implant products for the Cardiac Rhythm Group. These investments in new technology will drive a robust pipeline for Rhythm Management that will keep BSC in a market leadership position. Your responsibilities will include: Apply principles of Mechanical engineering, Physics, and Material Science to perform data driven development, optimization, and evaluation of novel or iterative designs based on customer and business needs. Defines and implements specifications, inputs/outputs, working parameters, and test methods using current best practice engineering methods and technologies. Assesses design risks and mitigations through tools such as FMEA, Fault tree, etc. Works closely with other key BSC engineering groups (Systems, Electrical, Human Factors, Packaging, Process Development, Manufacturing, etc.) to ensure robust holistic device / component design. Leverages key internal and external specialty resources to address complex design issues. Creates robust documentation of requirements, protocols, evaluations, reports, etc. by writing clear and concise documents and filing per approved procedures and standards. Tracks engineering effort by creating and maintaining records in the approved tracking management tool. Continuously improves process and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/cross-functional groups and analyzing activities to improve workflow and work processes. Provides training and guidance to Technicians and other project support personnel on specific project activities. Mentors junior technical staff (Interns, E1 level) in design engineering activities/methodologies and domain knowledge. Contributes to a strong team culture around high expectations and high performance Provides clear communication to stakeholders at key technical updates Required Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or similar degree. Required minimum years of work experience (primarily in medical device or related field): 6+ Years with BS, 5+ Years with MS Experience in design, development, test, and engineering documentation Experience managing technical aspects of projects as a member of a cross-functional core team Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to drive individual workstreams within a large-scale development program Solid clinical knowledge and experience in cardiovascular anatomy. Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on technical inputs from multiple and varied sources. Excellent organizational, communication and collaboration skills. Experienced with multi-faceted technology and product development programs Class II or Class III Medical Device product development experience Solid experimental design and statistical analysis knowledge Prior material selection experience for implantable devices Requisition ID:587041 Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substancetesting requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a p e-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 is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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. Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran