Principal Product Development Engineer

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Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

The Principal Product Development Engineer will lead major system projects of varying scope and complexity across Integra with a focus on neurological diseases. The role covers the complete development of the mechanical, electrical, software and optical aspects of a project from feasibility to post-commercial launch, and requires leading a cross-functional project team through all phases of the product development design control process.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Primary responsibilities are to:

• Lead the design and development of complex medical device systems from concept to commercial.
• Confirm the usability, safety, and effectiveness of device systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers.
• Lead the cross-functional development team.
• Resolve technical issues by applying theoretical and practical engineering.
• Coach, mentor, and delegate assignments to project staff members.
• Analyze data using statistical and engineering techniques.
• Prepare and review test protocols and reports, drawings, technical specifications, and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, design control and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, competitors, and intellectual property.
• Identify new and innovative technologies.

• B.S. or equivalent in a scientific discipline with 9+ years of applied experience; an M.S. with 7+ years; or a PhD with 4+ years of applied experience.
• Experience developing medical device systems from concept through commercial release.
• Demonstrated experience developing systems requiring multiple technical disciplines (mechanical, electrical, optical, and software).
• Proficiency with CAD such as Solid Works or Onshape.
• Expert knowledge of fabrication methods and techniques.
• Proficiency in GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Hands-on approach to engineering problem solving.
• Strong understanding of medical device regulations and industry standards.
• Experience managing large system projects.
• Proficiency in statistical data analysis (e.g., with Minitab).
• Expertise in Risk Management (Hazard, Use, Design, and Process FMEA).
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional groups (Operations, Regulatory, Quality, Software, Packaging, Clinical, etc.).
• Excellent technical communication skills, verbal and written.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able and willing to mentor junior staff members.

Salary Range: $125,000 – $170,000. Salary Pay Range: $125,350 – $172,500 USD. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location; individual pay is based on skills, experience, and education. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)).

Integra Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status. If you require accommodations due to a disability, please email

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