Principal R&D Engineer

Overview

Join our innovative, mission-driven R&D team as a Staff R&D Engineer at Endologix!

WHO WE ARE:

Endologix LLC is a California-based global medical device company dedicated to improving patients' lives through innovative therapies for the interventional treatment of vascular disease. Our therapeutic portfolio addresses clinically relevant unmet needs, spanning from abdominal aortic aneurysms to lower limb peripheral vascular disease. We are committed to delivering excellent clinical outcomes through precision in product design, advanced manufacturing, and comprehensive physician training-supported by industry-leading clinical evidence.

At Endologix, we're driven by purpose, innovation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in vascular health.

What sets us apart is not just our technology, but our culture. At Endologix, we foster a forward-thinking, mission-driven environment where every team member plays a vital role in advancing patient care. Our core values guide how we operate. As for our people? We empower them with the tools, trust, and continuous learning they need to grow. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare, you'll find purpose and belonging here.

Our Core Values are the guiding principles informing our choices and actions, because our customers and patients depend on us:

* Patient Outcomes Drive Us:
We improve lives with every advancement we deliver.

* Integrity Defines Us:
We do what's right, stay transparent, prioritize quality, and own our actions.

* Innovation Advances Us:
We stay curious, adaptable, and push boundaries.

* Boldness Propels Us:
We take smart risks and are unafraid in our pursuit of excellence.

* Collaboration Unites Us:
We partner across teams and with physicians to drive exceptional results.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Principal R&D Engineer is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and engineering leadership in the development of Aortic and Peripheral Vascular technologies including enhanced and new stent graft and catheter-based delivery systems to ensure achievement of Endologix goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

* Drive technology and product development from early concept through commercialization, maintaining a strong focus on delivering meaningful, real-world impact.

* Lead the design and execution of rigorous testing strategies, including experimental design, data analysis, and clear scientific reporting to support confident decision-making.

* Partner closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality teams to investigate and resolve technical challenges, ensuring timely and effective solutions.

* Provide technical leadership with clear, professional communication across all levels, while ensuring all work is accurately documented in compliance with GMP and applicable procedures.

* Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and QA to develop innovative designs for new products, enhancements, and tooling solutions.

* Plan and execute testing activities to confirm designs meet defined specifications, performance expectations, and quality standards.

* Evaluate failure modes and conduct detailed technical risk analyses to strengthen product reliability and performance.

* Maintain thorough and compliant documentation in alignment with the company's quality system and regulatory expectations.

* Guide and support technicians and, when needed, lead cross-functional teams to achieve shared project goals.

* Lead and contribute to cross-functional project teams, effectively managing resources and priorities to deliver successful outcomes.

* Proactively identify hazards and mitigate risks using structured approaches such as Design and Process FMEA.

* Manage complex projects across multiple disciplines, defining scope, setting objectives, and applying structured problem-solving to ensure efficient execution.

* Apply thoughtful judgment and calculated risk-taking to overcome technical challenges and drive projects forward.

* Oversee project budgets responsibly, ensuring effective use of resources while meeting project objectives.

* Collaborate with New Product Development teams to support component qualification and…