Senior Product Development Engineer

Position: Senior Product Development Engineer

Location: Greater Burlington, MA (Onsite - 5 days a week)

Length: 6-12 months (Contract to Hire)

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Job Description: Our client is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to drive next‑generation medical diagnostic products from concept to manufacturing. This role focuses on developing and implementing automated test processes and fixtures for electro‑mechanical assemblies, with a strong emphasis on LabVIEW, Test Stand, and medical device manufacturing. The ideal candidate will work cross‑functionally with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure innovative, reliable, and compliant solutions.

• Lead the creation of complex automated test fixtures, including conceptual design, hardware selection/integration, and software control systems.
• Develop new test methods for manufacturing, including defining specifications, designing/procuring fixtures, managing suppliers, and integrating automation solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to optimize process conditions and ensure alignment across all phases of development.
• Develop and maintain control systems using LabVIEW and Test Stand, with integration of motion control and database communication.
• Execute process validations and reliability activities, including pFMECA, IQ, OQ, PQ, gauge R&R, DoE, and process capability studies.
• Document all work in alignment with design control and quality standards for medical devices.
• Analyze and interpret test data, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions or improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership for cross‑functional investigations and product/process enhancements.
• Support planning activities, review deliverables from other functions, and contribute to project management efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master's degree is a plus).
• 8-10+ years of product development or relevant engineering experience (6-8+ years with advanced degree).
• Proven expertise in LabVIEW, Test Stand, and test fixture development for New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Medical device industry experience required (IVD experience strongly preferred).
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering components and automated/robotic systems.
• Proficiency with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), CAD design (Creo preferred), and statistical analysis tools (Minitab).
• Knowledge of Python is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving, critical thinking, and root cause analysis skills.
• Leadership skills including accountability, decision‑making, and cross‑functional communication.

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