CareerPlan

Principal Mechanical Engineer

United States - California - AlamedaFull-time$131k–$261k2026-09-17 → 2026-11-12
On-site · United States

Core

Lead mechanical design engineering, new product development, and design transfer for medical devices, resolving technical issues and directing technology implementation.

Role type

Principal Mechanical Engineer (Product Development)

Builds

New medical devices, processes, and equipment for Abbott's healthcare portfolio

Domain

Healthcare / Medical Devices

Required skills

Mechanical design, new product development, design transfer, technical project management, cross-functional leadership, regulatory compliance (FDA/ISO), resource planning, budget management, mentoring

Preferred skills

Complex engineering calculations, statistical analysis, tolerance analysis, Design for Manufacture (DFM), GxP knowledge, cross-functional team collaboration

Technologies

None explicitly listed

Responsibilities

Specify, design, verify, and validate new mechanical designs; Support high-level technical investigation of manufacturing line issues; Develop technical project plans and schedules; Lead development of product specifications, FMEAs, and verification protocols; Manage resources, schedules, and budgets; Participate in technical design reviews; Write and approve Engineering Changes; Ensure product designs meet applicable standards; Provide mentoring to the mechanical engineering team

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic direction