Sr. Principal Engineer - R&D

Req ID: 9728

Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK; MASSACHUSETTS, WESTBOROUGH

Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus.

Job Description

The Senior Principal R&D Engineer is responsible for all aspects of product development from early innovation through commercialization. The major responsibilities of the position are both performing and overseeing others perform activities such as translating business strategies into product roadmaps and concepts, defining product specifications, design inputs, product design, verification testing and design validation studies. Evaluate alternatives including cost and risk, supportability and analyses for total device. He or she will partner with other cross-functional leaders to develop and influence strategies to grow the Business Unit and Divisional pipeline. He or she must fully understand medical device design control requirements and be able to effectively manage a product development project and work effectively in a cross functional team. May serve as a core or extended team member for any stage of the product development lifecycle. Conducts feasibility studies of the design to determine ability to function as intended. Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.

May provide leadership and direction to Engineering Technicians and mentor less experienced engineers within and across Olympus sites in best practices for the use of engineering tools and methods.

Job Duties

Provides clear and decisive technical leadership on complex product development projects and/or technology development efforts.
Capable of quickly developing high-level product development strategies for complex programs, which present various critical interfaces and contingencies, with clear logic, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
Collaborates effectively cross-functionally on all product development activities and deliverables, and can negotiate with respect and report.
Clearly and concisely updates functional and senior leadership to project advancements and/or issues with appropriate consideration of the audience to instill trust and confidence.
Conscientious to the impact of decisions, issues, etc. to the wider Olympus organization and acts accordingly to ensure shared knowledge and seeks input when appropriate.
Proactively generates or seeks appropriate data and/or information to quickly make project/design decisions.
Ensure product designs are cost effective, designed for manufacturability, and exhibit a high degree of quality and reliability via well thought out [and executed] feasibility and verification test plans.
Develops presentations and/or communication tools to effectively communicate complex topics to technical and non-technical team members and leaders.
Foresees technical hurdles and risks and implements contingency plans or actions well in advance of realizing project / product delays or issues.
Drives all efforts forward quickly and efficiently.
Seeks continuous improvement of our systems and processes.
Exhibits a high degree of technical expertise in product design & development.
All Other Essential Duties as directed.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or the equivalent in years of industry experience.
Minimum years of related experience: 14+ years or 10+ with MS or 8+ with PhD.

Preferred:

Proven results using the BioDesign Methodology and similar Innovation Frameworks.
Experience in developing Innovation pitches focusing on technical and business merits.
Experience in statistical analysis package (Stat Ease, Minitab), preferred.
Proficient with the creation and critical review of engineering drawing and specification documentation.
Proficient in Geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Must have working knowledge of FDA requirements, including 820CFR, ISO14971, IEC60601, GMP and other standards as they relate to the design and manufacture of medical devices.
Proficient in Microsoft Windows environment, Outlook, excel, MS project, 3D CAD/CAM software.
Must be able to solve complex problems and provide guidance to other engineers.
Must be able to work with ambiguity and uses good judgement in making decisions. Able to balance risk and opportunities.
Must be able to collaborate effectively with all levels, works well within cross-functional teams and across multiple sites, as applicable.
Must be able to manage resources and drives for results, effectively managing projects and timelines.
Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Has strong presentations skills and the ability to influence.
Inspires and motivates others and may provide work direction.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefit and incentives.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $162,565.00 - $243,847.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We value a workforce that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. And we provide employees with equal access to opportunities for growth and development.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Massachusetts (US-MA) || Westborough || Research and Development

Nearest Major Market: Worcester
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