Senior Principal Engineer, THV R&D
Edwards Lifesciences
Summary
Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our R&D Engineering team, the Senior Principal Engineer, R&D will work closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients' lives around the world. You will lead the technical design and development of next-generation access technologies throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through commercialization, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve key clinical, technical, and commercial milestones.
Job description
Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards' groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It's our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
How you'll make an impact:
- Drive the technical development of a next-generation expandable sheath, including Design for Manufacturing considerations, through all phases of the Design Control process while serving as the technical subject matter expert.
- Lead the development of product and component specifications.
- Develop and execute design verification strategies and testing plans, including biocompatibility activities.
- Represent the Access R&D team with internal technical partners and senior business leadership.
- Develop and implement long-term strategies for deploying innovative design solutions within the Access platform.
- Partner with Process Development and Manufacturing teams to transfer new designs into commercial production.
- Guide and mentor engineers in solving complex technical challenges.
- Promote technical excellence and knowledge sharing across teams and functions.
What you'll need (Required):
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with 8 years of relevant experience required, OR Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field with 7 years of relevant experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of medical device product and/or process development experience.
What else we look for (Preferred):
- Proven track record leading product and process development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Demonstrated ability to establish technical strategies and execute against complex development objectives.
- Proven project leadership experience.
- Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical and program risks.
- Experience creating component and assembly drawings and 3D models.
- Experience designing for manufacturing processes such as plastic extrusion, injection molding, and joining technologies.
- Experience leading engineering testing and design verification activities.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams, business units, and manufacturing sites.
- Ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels and appropriately escalate issues when needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with 8 years of relevant experience required, OR Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field with 7 years of relevant experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of medical device product and/or process development experience.
- Proven track record leading product and process development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Demonstrated ability to establish technical strategies and execute against complex development objectives.
- Proven project leadership experience.
- Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical and program risks.
- Experience creating component and assembly drawings and 3D models.
- Experience designing for manufacturing processes such as plastic extrusion, injection molding, and joining technologies.
- Experience leading engineering testing and design verification activities.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams, business units, and manufacturing sites.
- Ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels and appropriately escalate issues when needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Wide variety of benefits programs
Company overview
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing breakthrough technologies for cardiovascular diseases. As a pioneer in the medical device industry, Edwards focuses on transcatheter heart valves, surgical heart valves, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and vascular solutions. The company's patient-focused culture inspires its 16,000+ employees worldwide to deliver life-changing innovations that address complex heart health challenges. Edwards serves patients in over 100 countries through its comprehensive portfolio of products including the SAPIEN transcatheter heart valve system, INSPIRIS surgical valves, and advanced monitoring technologies. With a commitment to research and development, the company invests 17-18% of its revenue back into R&D efforts, maintaining its position at the forefront of structural heart innovation. Edwards Lifesciences has impacted over one million patients globally through its transformative medical technologies.