Principal R&D Engineer

Overview

Principal R&D Engineer – Kerr Dental. We’re seeking a visionary engineer to lead the design and development of cutting-edge dental devices, including electromechanical systems, endodontic tools, curing lights, and restorative delivery systems. You will drive projects from concept through commercialization, champion engineering excellence, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-performance, regulatory-compliant solutions that elevate clinical outcomes.

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of dental devices including electromechanical and optical systems, endodontic motors and files, burs, polishers, hand-held extrusion devices for restorative materials, and dental curing lights.
• Drive projects from concept through commercialization, including feasibility studies, prototyping, design verification/validation, and transfer to manufacturing.
• Develop innovative solutions to improve product performance, reliability, and clinical outcomes, while maintaining compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and other regulatory standards.
• Own the design process, including CAD modeling, design reviews, and execution of design control documentation from concept to launch readiness.
• Conduct testing and verification of new designs and design changes to ensure they meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed documentation of design iterations, test results, and product specifications.

• Proven track record in plastic injection molding, metal machining, metal heat treatment or similar processes.
• Expertise with Solid Works highly preferred; extensive experience in electro-mechanical design and development highly preferred.
• Experience managing projects via project management systems (e.g., Microsoft Project, Workfront or similar).
• Knowledge of CNC programming/machinery highly preferred.
• Ability to manage complex projects; strong verbal and technical written communication skills in English; ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships; ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to develop a business case, and strong presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to solve complex problems; active listening and a seek-to-understand approach; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
• Education in related field with relevant work experience; certifications or additional qualifications as applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with minimum 6 years’ experience OR Master’s degree with minimum 4 years’ experience required.
• Demonstrated experience in electro-mechanical design and development; experience with Solid Works highly preferred.
• Experience in managing projects using project management systems; knowledge of CNC programming/machinery preferred.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Physical requirements include sitting, using hands and fingers, occasional walking/standing, occasional bending, reaching, and lifting up to 5 lbs.

Domestic and international travel up to 10% may be required.

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