Principal Engineer

Job Summary Salary Range: $100,000 to $120,000 Per Year dependent upon education and experience. The Principal Engineer performs Electrical Engineering tasks for the life-cycle management for on-market products manufactured at the production unit of active and non-active hardware medical devices, software, and laboratory equipment. This includes maintaining design requirements, design specifications, and risk management documentation; performing electrical testing; supporting verification and validation activities. This also includes performing technical and problem-solving activities to analyze and resolve field and manufacturing product issues. Requires working in a team environment with cross-functional team members, such as manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and other R&D departments. Responsibilities 1) Engineer with Purpose Drive the design, development, integration testing, and root cause analysis of complex electronic systems to meet critical product requirements and business goals. 2) Solve Real-World Problems Apply sound engineering principles, computational tools, and creative problem-solving to tackle technical challenges and ensure quality across the product life cycle. 3) Advance Automation Collaborate on the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of smart automation tools that power the production of cutting-edge medical devices. 4) Design for Innovation Work with cross-functional teams to develop custom test fixtures and specialized hardware to support product validation and manufacturing. 5) Lead Critical Investigations Take ownership of in-depth failure analysis for field and production issues, including component faults, ESD, soldering, and EMI. 6) Ensure Continuity and Compliance Evaluate supplier changes, assess part obsolescence, and lead requalification efforts for electrical components. 7) Be the Voice of the Customer Analyze field return data, address customer complaints, and contribute to CAPA activities to ensure reliable and safe product performance. All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities. REQUIREMENTS Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Engineering degree with 5-7 years of relevant experience in automated test fixtures. Proficiency in automation and data analysis software, like Python, LabView, and Matlab Experience with troubleshooting hardware and software issues in a production environment Diagnose and resolve failures: PCBs, connectors, cables, sensors, batteries, power management circuits. Experience with electrical design tools: Altium, Pspice, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc Familiar with appropriate FDA QSR and ISO regulations: IEC 60601, design controls, document controls, design verification and validation. Must possess a firm foundation in the basic principles of their respective engineering discipline. Able to manage projects, coordinate contractors, and direct the activities of a technician. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Additional Information We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program. Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status. Fresenius Kabi (www.CaringForLife.us) is a global health care company that specializes in injectable medicines, biosimilars, and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition. Our expansive portfolio of products and global network of science and manufacturing centers provide essential support for the care of critical and chronically ill patients. With more than 41,000 employees worldwide, our dedicated team is united by our shared purpose: to put lifesaving medicines and technologies in the hands of people who care for patients and to find answers to the challenges they face. We call this purpose caring for life. Our U.S. headquarters is in Lake Zurich, Illinois and the companys global headquarters is in Bad Homburg, Germany. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more: http://bit.ly/3KdaGJr Fresenius Kabi is aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our recruiters. While we have limited ability to stop these illegitimate efforts, there are some things you can do to protect yourself and not waste time communicating with an imposter. Check the email address messages from our recruiters will always come from a company account with the Fresenius-kabi.com domain. We have seen imposters send emails using Fresenius-kaabi.com which of course includes an extra a in Kabi. Check our website to see if the position you were contacted about is actually posted. Be wary if someone asks you for personal information. We do not need your drivers license, social security number, or bank account information before we have made you a conditional offer of employment. Refuse to pay any upfront fees. Fresenius Kabi never charges you a fee to apply for a job at Fresenius Kabi. We will not send you an invoice for equipment (such as a laptop) that we promise to order and reimburse you for once you start working. If you have any questions at any stage of the process, contact us at Careers@fresenius-kabi.com. Do not use any contact information in an unsolicited email. We look forward to talking to you about joining our team.