Koninklijke Philips N.V - Plymouth, MA
posted 3 months ago
About the position
As a Principal Sustaining Engineer at Philips, you will play a crucial role in supporting product development programs focused on treating vascular diseases with commercially launched devices. Your primary responsibility will be to execute research and development activities from the initial concept stage of product development through to commercialization. This includes not only project-related activities but also assisting in the development of the Philips IGTD Quality Management System (QMS) design controls process. In this position, you will support the detailed design and testing of commercialized products, ensuring that product designs meet specifications. You will be tasked with identifying and recommending solutions for complex technical issues that may arise during the development process. Additionally, you will conduct product idea development, prototyping, product specification development, and test method development, along with writing test protocols and reports. The role requires a strong background in Sustaining Engineering and/or R&D Engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of experience. You will need to demonstrate strong knowledge and experience with design control, statistical analysis, and technical writing skills. Experience with single-use devices that integrate into electrical medical equipment is essential. A bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline is required, with a master's degree being a plus. Excellent communication skills, strong documentation abilities, proven leadership experience, and a coaching/mentorship mindset are also critical for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Execute research and development activities from concept through commercialization.
- Assist in the development of the Philips IGTD QMS design controls process.
- Support detailed design and testing of commercialized products.
- Ensure product designs meet specifications and identify solutions for complex technical issues.
- Conduct product idea development and prototyping.
- Develop product specifications and test methods.
- Write test protocols and reports.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Sustaining Engineering and/or R&D Engineering.
- Strong knowledge and experience with design control and statistical analysis.
- Technical writing skills are essential.
- Experience supporting single-use devices that integrate into electrical medical equipment.
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline; Master's degree is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and strong documentation abilities.
- Proven leadership experience with a coaching/mentorship mindset.
Benefits
- Diversity and inclusion commitment
- Employee benefits related to health technology
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
