NPD R&D Engineer - Marlborough, MA

Role Overview

The Product Development Engineer 2 applies strong technical expertise and customer‑centric design principles to support new product development from concept through production. This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to solve moderately complex engineering challenges, contribute to project documentation, and support manufacturing transfer activities.

• In-depth understanding of engineering principles and practices relevant to biomedical or mechanical product development, particularly in the medical device industry.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, rapid prototyping, and common joining methods.
• Familiarity with risk management tools, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks throughout the product lifecycle.
• Understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and tolerance stack‑ups.
• Proficiency in using CAD software;
  Solid Works experience preferred.
• Awareness of experimental, computational, and analytical tools such as DFSS, statistical methods (DOE), and Mini Tab.

• Ability to independently execute simple to moderately complex design and project tasks with attention to detail and quality.
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills, with the capacity to formulate and resolve engineering challenges using sound technical judgment.
• Excellent technical writing skills, including the ability to prepare engineering reports, protocols, and validation documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities to interact with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, customers, and contractors.
• Action‑oriented with a drive for results and the ability to learn new technical concepts quickly.
• Competence in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.

• Customer‑focused mindset, ensuring design solutions meet user needs and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborative team player, able to work effectively in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proactive approach to learning and expanding technical skills across different areas.
• Adaptability, with the ability to receive and incorporate feedback and supervision appropriately.
• Detail‑oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Commitment to ethical practices, safety, and compliance standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience in research and development within the medical device industry.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field with 0–2 years of experience in health and/or business communities.
• Demonstrated experience supporting product development, from concept through to production and manufacturing transfer.
• Exposure to regulatory and quality requirements within the medical device industry is advantageous.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach, handle objects, talk, and hear.
• Must possess close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds and work flexible hours as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required.

We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career. We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus scheme. The annualized base salary range for this role is $76,800–$120,100 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.

Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing