Jobs · Engineering · Minnesota

Sr. New Product Development Engineer

Biomerics · Brooklyn Park, MN · 2 wk ago
Engineering$120k–$145k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

The Senior NPD Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of complex medical devices from concept through commercialization. This role focuses on product architecture, detailed design, and technical problem solving to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that meet customer and business needs.

Role Responsibilities

  • Product Design & Development
    • Lead design and development activities across the product lifecycle, from concept through design verification and validation
    • Translate customer requirements into detailed product designs, engineering specifications, and functional requirements
    • Develop product architectures, component designs, and assemblies using sound engineering principles
    • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and regulatory requirements
    • Evaluate and integrate new materials, technologies, and design approaches to enhance product capability
  • Engineering Analysis & Problem Solving
    • Solve complex design challenges using advanced engineering analysis, simulation, and testing methodologies
    • Design and execute experiments, testing, and analysis to validate product performance and design robustness
    • Apply statistical and analytical tools to support design decisions and optimize product performance
    • Identify technical risks early and lead development of mitigation strategies
  • Change Management & Documentation
    • Lead engineering change activities, ensuring proper documentation and implementation
    • Support accurate and thorough technical documentation across the product lifecycle
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Customer Engagement
    • Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure successful design transfer and product launch
    • Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) throughout development
    • Partner with customers to refine requirements, present design solutions, and support technical discussions
  • Leadership & Project Ownership
    • Lead significant portions of projects or own key design workstreams with full accountability
    • Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and designers, supporting team capability development
  • Process Improvement & Business Support
    • Identify opportunities to improve design processes, tools, and methodologies
    • Contribute to early program planning and quoting by providing input on technical feasibility, risks, and timelines
    • Provide input into quotes to ensure accuracy and quick turnaround
  • Other Duties
    • Performs other duties as assigned in support of business and organizational objectives

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5–8 years of medical device design experience
  • Strong knowledge of design controls, product development, and verification/validation methods
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and strong understanding of GD&T/drafting
  • Experience with analytical and statistical tools (DOE, tolerance analysis, etc.)
  • Experience in regulated environments
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead design efforts or major workstreams independently
  • Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and guide technical work
  • Six Sigma Green/Black Belt (preferred)

Why Join Biomerics?

  • Collaborative and growth-oriented organization dedicated to improving lives through innovation and manufacturing excellence
  • Value individuals who are passionate about building strategic customer partnerships and driving operational and commercial success within the medical device industry
  • Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation Days, Paid Holidays, 401k

Pay

$120k - $145k

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