Principal I, Research & Development Process & Product Design (T)
Core
Convert industrial design concepts and SolidWorks models into robust Creo Parametric master models for medical surgical consoles, carts, and handpieces.
Role type
Principal IC mechanical design engineer (industrial design to manufacturing)
Builds
Exterior skins, interfaces, and supporting components for medical surgical systems
Domain
Medical devices / Surgical equipment / Industrial design
Required skills
Creo Parametric (complex surfacing, top-down design, master modeling), SolidWorks, DFM/DFA for injection-molded plastics and cast components, GD&T, Windchill PLM, tolerance analysis, supplier collaboration
Preferred skills
Creo ISDX, Model-Based Definition (MBD), CeTol 6 Sigma, generative AI tools, medical device experience, cosmetic plastic housing design
Technologies
Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, Windchill, CeTol 6 Sigma
Responsibilities
Convert industrial design concepts into production-ready Creo master models; Create and maintain aesthetic exterior skins for medical equipment; Develop complex surfaces and parting strategies; Establish top-down skeleton architecture; Derive production components from master models; Assess and optimize imported geometry; Partner with designers to resolve feasibility issues; Apply DFM/DFA principles for tooling and manufacturing; Perform fit, form, and tolerance assessments; Create detailed models and drawings with GD&T; Collaborate with suppliers on tooling concepts; Use Windchill for data management; Lead design reviews and mentor engineers; Improve and standardize CAD methods
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with technical leadership