Principal Electrical EngineerSt. Louis Park, MN
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced
Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design and development of next-generation active implantable medical devices (AIMDs). This role involves architecting complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits while ensuring compliance with stringent medical device regulations. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership and collaborate cross-functionally to translate clinical needs into manufacturable, high-performance products.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the design, development, prototyping, and testing of electrical hardware for implantable devices, including analog/mixed-signal circuits, low-power electronics, power management systems, and wireless communication interfaces (e.g., BLE, RF telemetry).
- Architect system-level electrical designs, considering implantable constraints such as ultra-low power consumption, biocompatibility, miniaturization, hermetic packaging, and long-term reliability.
- Perform circuit simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout oversight, and hardware verification/validation, including ISO14708 (e.g. EMC/EMI testing).
- Conduct risk analyses (e.g., dFMEA), root cause investigations, and failure mode testing to ensure device safety and efficacy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (firmware, mechanical, systems, clinical, and quality engineering) to integrate electrical subsystems and support closed-loop therapies.
- Drive compliance with medical device standards and regulations, including ISO 13485, ISO 14971, ISO14708, and IEC 60601 series.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior electrical engineers; lead design reviews and contribute to strategic technology roadmaps.
- Support sustaining engineering for existing products, including troubleshooting, design improvements, and regulatory submissions.
- Stay current with advancements in implantable electronics, such as custom ASIC development, battery technologies, and neuromodulation systems.
QualificationsRequired:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in electrical hardware design for active implantable medical devices (e.g., neurostimulators, pacemakers, defibrillators, cochlear implants, or similar Class III devices).
- Expertise in analog and digital circuit design, low-power mixed-signal electronics, power electronics, and control systems.
- Proven track record in medical device development, including full product lifecycle from concept to commercialization.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for implantable devices and experience with design controls, verification/validation, and risk management.
Preferred:- Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Experience with neuromodulation, cardiac rhythm management, or closed-loop implantable systems.
- Familiarity with ultra-low-power custom ASIC fabrication, wireless power transfer, or adaptive algorithms.
- Experience and or understanding in embedded firmware design preferable
- Experience leading technical teams, design reviews, FMEA sessions, or regulatory audits.
- Proficiency in tools such as Altium, SPICE simulation, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar.
Skills and Competencies- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on reliability and patient safety.
- Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and technical documentation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment with attention to detail.
Compensation: $160,000-$185,000 DOE
