Senior Principal Engineer

Senior Principal Engineer

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Locations: Olympia, Washington, USA

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: REQ-3639

Job Description:

The Senior Principal Engineer position is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new product technology. Leveraging advanced knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and procedures and integrating complex elements from various specialties, this role is at the forefront of innovation. The Senior Principal Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams while contributing to achieving strategic goals and providing innovative solutions. This role develops new techniques, concepts, theories, or solutions and applies them to strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the design, development, and innovation of new product technologies by providing technical leadership and expertise to multidisciplinary teams.
2. Spearhead the identification and evaluation of relevant emerging technologies.
3. Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance product performance, fostering a culture of continual and proactive improvement.
4. Collaborate with key stakeholders to define product requirements and specifications.
5. Initiate new project concepts, develop technical proposals, and make presentations.
6. Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation phases to ensure product reliability and compliance.
7. Conduct comprehensive analyses to optimize product performance while minimizing risks.
8. Guide engineering colleagues in performing analyses and experiments, evaluating findings to develop new concepts and applications, while also serving as a mentor to foster their professional growth and development.
9. Provide strategic advice and serve as a technical consultant to upper management, contributing to informed decision-making.
10. Maintain comprehensive documentation and prepare technical reports for both engineering and upper-management audiences, capturing design choices, test results, recommendations, and strategic insights.
11. Collaborate with project leadership to forecast project costs and delivery schedules.

Qualifications:

1. BSc in Engineering or Scientific discipline; MS preferred.
2. Experienced in the engineering development lifecycle.
3. Demonstrated experience in coordinating technical activities.
4. Proven relevant experience in R&D environments, particularly in product development.
5. Excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering and quality standards.
6. A minimum of 12 years of experience.
7. Knowledge and experience of medical device regulatory landscape is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required for conference booth setup and takedown. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $109,982 - $141,094 + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Benefits we offer:

1. Referral Bonuses
2. Paid Sick and Vacation time
3. We provide a flexible work environment to offer work/life balance
4. 401(k) plan with company match
5. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
6. Wellness Program - Save up to 30% in your medical premiums
7. Company Paid Life Insurance
8. Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
9. Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
10. 10 Paid holidays
11. Give Back Program – Paid time off to Volunteer
12. Tuition Reimbursement
13. Annual Performance Reviews
14. And Much More…

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available individual in every job.

Embla Medical's equal opportunity policy prohibits all discrimination (based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by local laws around the world).

Embla Medical is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination by any employee of Embla Medical, including supervisors and co-workers.

Important Warning: Beware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating our company. Please take extra caution when asked for any sensitive personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details. We will never ask you for any form of payment during the recruitment process. Please make sure you refer to our official website.

About Us

Embla Medical is a leading global provider of innovative mobility solutions that help people live a Life Without Limitations. At Embla Medical, we are dedicated to improving people’s mobility. We do this with compassion and innovation, from how we design our award-winning mobility solutions to how we operate our network of patient care clinics.

Embla Medical is home to Össur, a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions; FIOR & GENTZ, an innovative developer of neuro orthotics; and College Park, creators of custom-built prosthetic solutions. Embla Medical also provides patients with world-class care through a global network of Orthotic and Prosthetic (O&P) facilities, operating under various brand names, including ForMotion.

Our People:

The way we work is unique. We empower our colleagues worldwide and encourage close collaboration, allowing us to develop the best products and maintain the highest possible standards of care.

Our values – honesty, frugality and courage – are the glue that binds us together and form the foundation of our company culture.

Joining Embla Medical is not just about doing your job; it’s more than that. The patients we care for depend on us to help them get back their freedom and livelihood. That is what drives us all to go to work each day.

If you are interested in joining our global team of talented individuals, please submit your information and resume for review.