Senior R&D Engineer - Intravascular Lithotripsy

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We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Senior R&D Engineer to join our team, supporting Acquisition Integration in the Interventional Cardiology and Vascular Therapies division at Boston Scientific. This role will play a key part in integrating and developing Intravascular Lithotripsy technologies to treat calcified artery disease, with a strong focus on design and quality system integration. You will gain exposure to the full product development process (PDP) in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

• Integration Leadership:
  Own and lead integration work streams to incorporate new technologies into Boston Scientific systems and processes; drive interface definition, requirements alignment, integration planning, and technical decision‑making.
• Design Controls & Quality System Ownership:
  Lead and deliver design control outputs (user needs, design inputs/outputs, traceability, risk management, verification/validation, and DHF documentation) to ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and internal procedures.
• Design and Development:
  Conduct feasibility studies, develop prototypes, and plan/execute testing to optimize product designs and support integration readiness across multiple device models and iterations.
• Problem‑Solving and Compliance:
  Investigate failure modes, perform root cause analyses, and develop solutions to technical and quality challenges; proactively identify integration risks and drive mitigation plans with cross‑functional partners.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with cross‑functional and multi‑site teams, including quality, manufacturing, supplier engineering, and regulatory affairs, to ensure successful integration execution, timely deliverables, and clear communication of complex technical information.

• BS or above in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent
• 6+ years of engineering experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 4+ years with a Master’s degree; or 2+ years with a PhD
• Experience with catheter and/or single‑use medical device design and development
• Working knowledge of design controls, risk management, and documentation (e.g., requirements, traceability, verification/validation, DHF, change control)
• Demonstrated ability to lead work streams, manage tasks to completion, and influence cross‑functional partners without authority
• Strong technical problem‑solving and communication skills; able to work independently while receiving guidance on complex and unprecedented problems.
• Ability to travel up to 15%

• Previous experience with product acquisition integration and/or technology/platform integration
• Personal drive, individual accountability, and a strong bias for action; independent critical thinker with willingness to challenge the status quo
• Comfortable working in ambiguity; adaptable and agile in response to evolving priorities
• Hands‑on experience with balloon catheter and/or catheter system product development for single‑use devices
• Test method development experience
• Class II or Class III medical device product development experience and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with Boston Scientific quality systems or similar industry standards

Minimum Salary: $85,000

Maximum Salary: $161,500

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see —will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.

At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non‑exempt (hourly), non‑sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility…