Principal Product Development Engineer

Freudenberg

Minnetonka, Minnesota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biomedical Engineering, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Diversity, Emerging Technology, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Interpersonal Skills, Machining, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Equipment, Molding Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Reviews, Prototyping, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Resource Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, Thought Leadership
LOCATION
Minnetonka, Minnesota
POSTED
9 days ago

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Anticipates business challenges and/or regulatory issues, reviews and recommends products/services and process improvements to the board of the business group

  • Looks beyond existing methodologies and the own discipline to define and resolve highly complex problems

  • Internal and external thought leader influencing change and advancement of the industry and/or profession

  • Recognized technical principal and internal thought leader in own area of responsibility w/in the business group

  • Significantly contributes to the development of the functional strategy (e.g. R&D, Manufacturing, Sales) of the business group

  • Requires broad and comprehensive expertise in theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field which have a broad impact on the business

  • Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product process or service improvements

  • Oversees introduction of value-adding, technical solutions and leads/directs introduction of emerging technologies

  • Requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

  • Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

  • Communicates highly complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others at senior management levels to adopt a different point of view

  • Lead others to solve unique and highly complex problems which have a significant impact on innovation and a broad impact on the business.

Qualifications:

  • 12 years of Medical Device design & development experience.

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.

  • 21CFR Part 820.30 Design Controls, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 ISO 10993 and IEC 62366.

  • 3D solid modelling (e.g. SolidWorks or related software).

  • Hands-on experience with machining and 3D prototyping methods preferred.

  • Knowledge of silicone and plastic molding preferred.

  • Good communication & interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent mechanical, analytical & problem-solving skills.

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 to $170,000annually, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Medical LLC

About the Company

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Freudenberg

Freudenberg – ein globales Technologieunternehmen mit rund 48.000 Mitarbeitenden in rund 60 Ländern und einem Umsatz von mehr als 8,8 Milliarden Euro im Jahr 2020. Hauptsitz der Unternehmensgruppe ist Weinheim, inmitten der Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar. Soweit die Zahlen und Fakten. Doch was treibt uns an? Es ist der Exzellenzanspruch, mit dem wir unsere Kunden voranbringen. Die Branchenvielfalt, die immer neue Anwendungen ermöglicht. Die Innovationskraft, die auf unserer langjährigen Material-, System- und Technologiekompetenz basiert und von vielfältigen Teams inspiriert wird. Die Werte, die uns seit rund 170 Jahren leiten. Und der feste Wille, Verantwortung für Umwelt und Gesellschaft zu übernehmen. All das macht uns aus.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Medical Devices and Supplies
WEBSITE
https://www.freudenberg.com/careers