The posting
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 Nov 2026
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
MiniMed is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to join our Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Sensor R&D team. This role will provide technical leadership in the design, development, and commercialization of next-generation CGM sensor technologies, including sensor components and wearable adhesive patch systems, with a focus on product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
In this role, you will lead technical initiatives to develop new technologies and transition products from concept to high-volume commercial manufacturing. You will drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), support product and process development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to ensure robust designs and scalable manufacturing processes.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in medical device product development, preferably with expertise in adhesive systems or wearable medical device technologies. The candidate should demonstrate strong technical problem-solving skills, cross-functional leadership, and experience transferring complex products into validated, high-volume manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of CGM sensor components and wearable technologies, including adhesive patch systems.
- Translate Voice of Customer (VoC) feedback and product needs into technical requirements and engineering solutions.
- Drive product and process development from concept through design verification, validation, and commercial manufacturing transfer.
- Apply Design for Reliability and Manufacturing (DRM), Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/A) principles to improve product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Design and execute engineering studies to evaluate new technologies, optimize processes, troubleshoot technical issues, and identify root causes.
- Lead product improvements and support research, preclinical studies, and investigations related to product performance.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners on material selection, component development, process optimization, and resolution of technical challenges.
- Support equipment and tooling development, including design, selection, installation, and qualification for manufacturing processes.
- Apply engineering tools and methods, including CAD, GD&T, and tolerance analysis, to support product and process design.
- Provide technical leadership and project coordination across cross-functional teams to meet development milestones and business objectives.
- Prepare technical reports, lead design reviews, and communicate engineering findings and project updates to cross-functional teams and management.
- Mentor junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and review engineering work to ensure quality and technical rigor.
- Designs, develops and provides safety testing, repair, and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
- Ensures that the biomedical equipment is in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and quality control standards.
- Design studies and conduct research on enzyme reactions and the effects of organic compounds on biological processes.
- Participate in activities such as compound screening and compound optimization programs, and developing and running enzyme assays.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
Requires a Bachelors degree and minimum 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have:
- Demonstrated experience developing CGMs, Insulin pump adhesives, or wearable skin-contact medical devices within design controls and Quality Management systems; familiarity with ISO 10993 (biocompatibility) and ISO13485 (design controls).
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex, cross-functional failure analysis investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, root cause analysis, and hypothesis-driven experimentation.
- Technical leadership: Proven ability to lead complex projects with limited oversight, manage multiple priorities, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and coach or mentor engineers.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or Material Science.
- Medical Device experience.
- Expert proficiency with statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP, MATLAB, etc.) for tolerance loop analysis, process capability, and advanced ANOVA testing.
- Certification in DMAIC or equivalent Scientific Method problem solving for root cause analysis.
- Capable of working on multiple projects in a deadline driven environment.
- Greenbelt in DRM, Six Sigma.
- Precision web conversion and multi-layer roll-to-roll manufacturing.
- Process and test method development &validation.
- Hands-on mentality.
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
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$153,000.00 - $261,000.00
For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $153,000.00 - $261,000.00 USD.
Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
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.
For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.
MiniMed Benefits Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here.
It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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