Plastics injection molding and extrusion experience
Abbott is seeking a Principal Engineer for its Vascular division in St. Paul, Minnesota, focused on the design and development of innovative medical devices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in R&D engineering, particularly in the medical device sector, and will benefit from a supportive company culture and comprehensive employee benefits
Job Summary
The Principal Engineer is responsible for providing engineering support in the creation and development of new Division products at Abbott Vascular.
Employees enjoy benefits including free medical coverage, a high employer contribution retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement programs.
The role requires running empirical analysis, conceptualizing new devices, and ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO design controls.
Matching Summary
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Abbott is seeking a Principal Engineer for its Vascular division in St. Paul, Minnesota, focused on the design and development of innovative medical devices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in R&D engineering, particularly in the medical device sector, and will benefit from a supportive company culture and comprehensive employee benefits.
Salary
Base: $129,300.00 – $258,700.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Free medical coverage, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Minimum 10 years R&D engineering experience
Experience designing medical devices
Plastics injection molding and extrusion experience
Project leadership and management skills
Biocompatible material selection expertise
Nice-to-have
Stainless steel and nitinol wire experience
CAD proficiency in ProE or Solidworks
Interventional cardiology device background
Six Sigma and Design for Manufacturability
International travel willingness
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of R&D experience
Medical device design and testing experience required