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ADP, Inc. lists this Principal Project Engineer opportunity in plymouth, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary Range: $144,125.92 To $198,893.77 Annually
As a ProMed employee, you will contribute to the manufacture of products that have a significant impact on people’s lives. Through honesty, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to be the very best as we hire the very best.
ProMed was founded in 1989 addressing an industry need for cleanroom manufacturing of silicone components, specifically those having a medical application. We treat every component and finished device as though it will be used by a beloved family member or friend. We are dedicated to our customers and to our employees while helping to improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Working as one to help many.
Your work matters here! ProMed is looking for a Principal New Product Development Project Engineer to serve as the project owner — fully accountable for the project from strategy through delivery. You'll understand the customer's needs and translate their requirements into a realistic plan within ProMed's manufacturing environment, all while balancing cost, timeline, quality, and risk with authority and clarity. You'll lead customer communication directly, negotiate contracts, guide technical teams, and mentor other engineers and project managers along the way.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
The mission of this role is to drive successful commercialization of medical device innovations through expert engineering design, development, and technical execution that meet stringent regulatory requirements and quality standards. This position ensures organizational competitiveness by optimizing engineering designs, processes, and technical capabilities to reduce cycle times while maintaining compliance with FDA and ISO quality systems. The role strengthens market position by building strategic customer relationships through technical consultation that translates clinical needs into viable product solutions. Additionally, this position enhances organizational capability by developing engineering talent and establishing consistent technical practices that support sustainable growth and operational excellence across the product development lifecycle.
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE
While the ways that you fulfill these responsibilities will likely evolve, your core responsibilities are:
Drive technical engineering design and development to deliver complex product development initiatives that meet design intent, on time and within budget, resulting in successful commercialization of medical device innovations and enhanced organizational capability
On average this should be about 30% of your time. Among other things this means we expect you to:
Conduct regular project reviews with stakeholders to ensure alignment and address emerging challenges
Develop and validate engineering designs, tooling concepts, and process specifications that meet customer requirements and manufacturability standards
Lead comprehensive project planning activities including timeline development, resource allocation, and risk assessment
Prepare detailed project timelines, cost estimates, and resource requirements based on technical specifications
Apply engineering analysis and project coordination tools to maintain technical accuracy, schedule adherence, and cost control
Apply deep technical expertise to solve complex engineering problems and optimize product and process designs, resulting in reduced development cycle times and enhanced product quality
On average this should be about 25% of your time. Among other things this means we expect you to:
Innovate and implement process improvements for moderately complex technical processes
Perform engineering analysis of mold, tooling, and process designs to identify technical risks and improvement opportunities
Ensure all documentation meets internal and external quality system requirements
Predict complex technical interactions and develop contingency plans to mitigate project risks
Apply design for manufacturing practices to translate customer requirements into feasible production solutions
Cultivate strategic customer relationships through expert technical consultation and communication, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and expanded business opportunities
On average this should be about 20% of your time. Among other things this means we expect you to:
Interface with customers via phone, email, and in-person meetings to understand requirements and expectations
Translate complex technical information into accessible summaries for diverse audiences
Lead customer interactions regarding project updates including cost, timeline, and quality considerations
Collaborate with customers to recommend appropriate studies and development project plans
Communicate project timelines, costs, and risks clearly to customers and internal stakeholders
Build technical expertise and organizational knowledge across engineering teams through mentorship and guidance, resulting in improved team capabilities and consistent engineering practices
On average this should be about 15% of your time. Among other things this means we expect you to:
Identify and implement comprehensive education plans to advance technical skills and organizational effectiveness
Make recommendations to management concerning improvements to processes and procedures
Train and provide work direction to technicians, engineers, and manufacturing operators as required
Provide guidance to others on tool design, project management, and quality systems deliverables
Share technical knowledge with engineers and project managers regarding innovation and design development
Ensure regulatory compliance and quality system adherence across all engineering activities, resulting in successful audits and maintained certifications
On average this should be about 10% of your time. Among other things this means we expect you to:
Establish and cultivate networks across laboratory, quality, manufacturing, engineering, sales, and marketing functions
Execute functional deliverables associated with customer orders, project management, and quality systems
Apply complex customer requirements in project management of process development activities
Ensure proper documentation including technical reports, project plans, and validation documentation
Necessary Skills:
Engineering Design and Development (Expert)
Medical Device Development (Expert)
ISO 13485 Quality Systems (Expert)
Cross-Functional Team Leadership (Expert)
Technical Communication (Expert)
Risk Assessment and Mitigation (Expert)
Customer Relationship Management (Expert)
Process Development and Validation (Proficient)
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) (Expert)
Molding Theory and Mold Design (Expert)
Design Verification and Validation (Proficient)
Technical Documentation (Proficient)
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking (Proficient)
Mentoring and Training (Proficient)
Cost Estimation and Budgeting (Proficient)
Regulatory Compliance (Proficient)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications For The Role:
Working knowledge of English, both verbal and written
Previous experience with medical device development or highly regulated manufacturing environments
A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or physical science from an accredited university, or a Master's degree with at least 2 years of applicable experience in a related field
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
At least 10 years of applicable engineering experience, or at least 2 years with a Master's degree
Previous experience interfacing with customers and managing project communications regarding timelines, costs, and risks
A demonstrable working knowledge of engineering design methodologies, project coordination tools, and best practices
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here 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.
Ability to stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, and grasp as needed for facility navigation and equipment interaction
Visual acuity for close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus for detailed technical work
Ability to move about the building and maneuver in tight spaces between desks and equipment
Physical capability to walk on even or uneven surfaces during facility tours and site visits
Manual dexterity for grasping and manipulating pens, markers, scissors, staplers, and other office equipment
Ability to use whiteboards requiring grasping pens, reaching at various heights, and trunk or neck rotation
Physical stamina to push or pull equipment such as computers, overhead projectors, and presentation materials weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to see and hear on a continuous basis and speak frequently for meetings, presentations, and customer interactions
Physical flexibility to vary between standing, sitting, and walking throughout the workday with occasional need to move quickly over smooth or uneven surfaces
ProMed offers a generous benefits package including:
401k with company match
Profit Sharing Program
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Family Medical Leave and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident, and Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
ProMed does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, public assistance, family status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information or other segmenting factor protected by law, or local human rights commission activity.
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Worksite address
plymouth, MN, 55447, US
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