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About the Role

MiniMed is seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Electrical Engineer with specialized expertise in electrochemical biosensing to lead the development of next-generation medical devices. This role requires deep technical knowledge in biosensor design, electrochemical systems, and medical device regulations to drive innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

As a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer, you will play a critical leadership role in the design, development, and optimization of cutting-edge electrochemical glucose sensor technology for diabetes management. You will provide technical expertise, drive innovation, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver safe, effective, and reliable medical devices that improve patient outcomes. Candidates must be willing to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, team environment.

Join a passionate team dedicated to transforming diabetes care through innovative sensor technology. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and work with some of the brightest minds in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead the electrical design and development of advanced electrochemical glucose sensor systems, including circuitry, embedded systems, and signal processing algorithms.
• Define and execute verification and validation strategies for sensor electronics, ensuring compliance with relevant medical device standards (ISO 13485, IEC 60601, etc.).
• Drive innovation through the evaluation and adoption of new materials, sensor architectures, and low-power electronics.
• Oversee design documentation, risk analysis, and failure mode analysis (FMEA) for sensor-related components.
• Interface with external partners, suppliers, and research organizations to advance sensor technology.
• Present technical findings and project updates to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Design & Development:

• Architect electrical systems for continuous glucose monitors or other diagnostic platforms
• Develop signal conditioning circuits, analog front ends, and data acquisition systems for biosensor applications
• Design low-noise, high-precision potentiostat circuits and amperometric measurement systems
• Develop algorithms for signal processing, noise reduction, and biomarker detection
• Create electrical interfaces between biosensors and embedded systems
• Optimize sensor performance parameters including sensitivity, selectivity, and stability
• Drive innovation in sensor miniaturization, power optimization, and wireless connectivity

Technical Oversight:

• Collaborate with chemistry, mechanical, software, systems, and manufacturing teams to integrate sensor technology into commercial diabetes devices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and project teams in design best practices, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Review and approve electrical designs, test protocols, and validation procedures
• Lead design reviews and risk analysis activities

Regulatory & Quality:

• Ensure designs comply with FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 820), IEC 60601, and ISO 13485
• Support regulatory submissions including 510(k) and PMA applications
• Implement design controls and verification/validation protocols per medical device standards
• Partner with regulatory and quality teams to support submissions, audits, and compliance activities.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Requires a Bachelor's degree and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience OR PhD with 6 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with electrochemical biosensing systems
• Deep understanding of electrochemical principles (cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, potentiometry)
• Experience with biosensor fabrication techniques and electrode materials
• Knowledge of biocompatibility requirements and sensor packaging for biological environments
• Experience with wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, NFC) for medical devices
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (SPICE, Cadence) and PCB design (Altium )
• Deep knowledge of PCBA design and manufacturing processes
• Previous experience with continuous glucose monitoring or other implantable sensors
• Experience with ISO 14971 risk management processes
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals related to biosensing

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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 the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$136,000.00 - $230,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that "regular employees" refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

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