Principal R&D Engineer

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• With minimal guidance, the principal engineer schedules, interfacing with development groups and technical support groups.
• The principal R&D engineer devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles.
• The principal R&D engineer is able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• The principal R&D engineer supervises / coordinates a Senior Engineer / Engineer and / or coordinator on assigned work.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall ensure that the right choices are being made with regards to material choice, overall set design and supplier selection within the client's operation.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall be knowledgeable of various manufacturing processes such as: assembly, extrusion and moulding.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall work towards meeting the intended use of the product in the various countries of sales, as applicable to the project s/he is leading.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall work towards developing/sustaining a product in accordance with client’s defined Quality and Regulatory standards.
• The Principal R&D Engineer shall be responsible for finalizing any reports/presentations related to his projects and any other necessary reports as the need arises.
• The Principal R&D Engineer will also be responsible for the assignment of project activities within his/her project team, to meet committed milestones and project objectives.
• Design Verification and Validation are to be carried out in accordance with ISO Standards, CE Norms, FDA, country specific norms and client’s Quality Manual.
• Design Verification Testing is to be planned/executed based upon knowledge of materials, fluid dynamics and correct usage/applicability of available equipment.
• The principal engineer should be able to work with the Project Management Office (PMO), to plan out resources, budget, timelines throughout the project development lifecycle.
• The principal engineer should be able to present the work achieved by his/her team to different stakeholders (as applicable)
• The principal engineer should design with manufacturability in mind; leading his/her team through various development activities that would eventually allow a smooth design transfer to manufacturing.

• Bachelor of Engineering (type not specific)
• 5-8 years of experience with focus areas around leading and/or managing technical projects.
• Candidate should have experience with disposable medical devices (e.g. IV sets), manufacturing processes, and product development.

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