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Product Development Engineer

Katalyst Healthcares and Lifesciences
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
Job Summary:

Senior Product Development Engineer to support the design and development of drug-device and biologic-device combination products for a fast-growing biotechnology company. The role focuses on drug delivery systems, design controls, and end-to-end product lifecycle support in a regulated environment. This is an onsite role based in the Boston, MA or Providence, RI area.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Author and maintain design control documentation, including Design History Files (DHF).
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, EU MDR, ISO standards, and internal quality systems.
  • Support product development and technology transfer from early development through commercial manufacturing.
  • Translate user needs into functional requirements and design outputs.
  • Support Human Factors Engineering (HFE) activities.
  • Develop specifications, design outputs, packaging, and verification plans.
  • Perform risk management activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, and UFMEA.
  • Contribute to requirements management, quality systems, and risk processes.
  • Work cross-functionally in a fast-paced development environment.

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in medical devices or combination products.
  • Strong experience with drug delivery systems and combination products.
  • Expertise in design controls, DHF, and product lifecycle management.
  • Hands-on experience with risk management (ISO 14971).
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations, EU MDR, ISO 13485, and 21 CFR Part 820.
  • Experience with tools like JAMA and Windchill.
  • Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

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