Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to improve people's lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

About This Exciting Fast-Paced Role

The Principal Systems/Electrical Engineer will be a key technical resource. This individual will work onsite in Austin, TX or Shoreview, MN to support all phases of new platform development ranging from concept and technology development through commercialization and post-market support.

The Principal Systems/Electrical Engineer will be responsible for helping the team architect, design, select and evaluate critical system components, prototype, test and release to production electronics for needles and consoles. In additional to electronic circuit board design using embedded processors, RF communications, display technologies, pump and motor technologies this individual will develop test techniques to test amplifiers, antennas, high frequency interconnects etc.

Additionally, the Principal Systems/Electrical Engineer will collaborate with other engineers in creating and improving designs based on test results and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, develop, test and transfer to production electromechanical systems and disposables for product development activities. This includes system diagrams, architecture development, component selection and sub-system design, prototype creation, V&V activities, production tool planning and design and test fixtures for class 2 medical devices.
• Specific tasks to include electronic architecture design, block diagram creation, patient isolation design, power distribution design, component and processing platform selection, schematic entry, layout support/oversight, prototype build oversight, prototype testing, transfer to production support.
• Research product development solutions and provide analysis for product direction.
• Consult and solicit feedback from internal stakeholders to identify customer needs and translate these requirements into engineering designs.
• Optimize design and work collaboratively with other design engineers to optimize design based on test results.
• Work with external vendors and partners to speed up product development and testing.
• Develop necessary fixtures and use off the shelf equipment to create test environments for evaluating performance of new ablation systems. This may include testing in phantoms, ex-vivo tissue testing, in-vivo testing, SAR field mapping etc.
• Create related documentation and support materials in conjunction with design and development activities.
• Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with Varian values.
• Be a hands-on technical resource for mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams by contributing to design ideas, problem solving and leading by example.
• Exemplify Varian Cultural Beliefs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical or related engineering degree.
• 8 years' experience in electronics design and system design for new product development.
• Technical competencies: Experience developing software driven electromechanical medical devices. Broad engineering expertise across all engineering disciplines and having previous experience with ablation devices is a strong plus.
• Experience with electrical engineering design process & tools: schematic capture, PCB layout, circuit simulation, component selection, patient/user safety, power distribution architecture and design.
• Experience with various wireless communications technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RFID.
• Expert at using spectrum analyzer, high frequency scopes and other test instrumentation.
• Hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience working in an ISO 13845 quality management system desired, not required.
• Highly self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt and learn new technologies.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload, multi-task and manage a diverse mix of issues, responsibilities and challenges.
• Self-starter with a hands on, pragmatic approach and a "can do" attitude
• Ability to create clear product design documentation such as concept diagrams, specifications, requirements, test plans, V&V reports.
• Experience working in a team-distributed, collaborative environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with building, testing and debugging prototype devices.
• Experience transferring new product designs into production.
• Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt and learn new technologies with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion by effectively prioritizing, planning, tracking and executing team activities in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload, multi-task and manage a diverse mix of issues, responsibilities and challenges.

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

#TogetherWeFight

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Varian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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