Fractyl

Fractyl

Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Burlington, MA · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$115k-$165kDetected 124 days ago
StatisticsSupply ChainSolidWorksPCB DesignFDA RegulatoryMedical DevicesLeadershipProblem SolvingWriting

About the role

  • The Principal Manufacturing Engineer is a hands-on technical leader responsible for new product introduction and for defining, validating, and sustaining robust manufacturing processes for electromechanical medical devices.
  • Serve as a technical authority for manufacturing process development and validation of electromechanical products.
  • Ensure all validation activities comply with FDA, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Master Validation Plans (MVPs) covering equipment, processes, software, and test methods.
  • Analyze data trends to establish control strategies and drive continuous process improvements.
  • Support regulatory submissions, audits, and inspections.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI), design transfer, and sustaining engineering activities.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated environment.
  • Expertise in electromechanical manufacturing processes (PCB assembly, cable/harnessing, machining, sheet metal).
  • Strong statistical analysis and validation experience.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements for medical devices.
  • Experience with single-use device processes is desirable.
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Ability to manage projects and work cross-functionally.
  • Strong technical leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Collaborative and proactive mindset.

Nice to have

  • Working knowledge and experience with the processes associated with single use devices (adhesive bonding, thermal welding, injection molding and extrusion) would be considered a strong plus.
  • Experience with SolidWorks and Minitab preferred.
  • Familiarity with schematic tools (e.g., OrCAD) is a plus.

Skills

  • Qualifications and Skills

Compensation

  • This position offers a competitive salary in the range of $115,000 - $165,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, education, and market factors.
  • In accordance with Massachusetts law, General Laws Chapter 149, Section 19B.
  • It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
  • An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
  • Lead development and execution of manufacturing, test, and validation strategies aligned with regulatory requirements, product risk, and business objectives.

Benefits

  • Medical device experience preferred (ISO 13485, ISO 14971).

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