Principal Electrical Engineer (Hybrid - Acton, MA)

Job Summary

This is a very senior-level Electrical Design Engineer role serving as a technical leader within Insulet’s R&D organization. The position is responsible for guiding the design, development, and sustainment of complex, low-power RF-controlled wearable medical devices used in infusion pump systems. In addition to hands-on design responsibilities, this individual will provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members, driving best practices in circuit design, system integration, and verification.

Position Overview:

Insulet provides a fast paced and energetic work environment, where team members develop innovative, customer-focused drug delivery products aimed at meaningfully improving quality of life for those afflicted with chronic diseases.

We seek an engaged thinker with exceptional communication skills who can independently pursue a variety of tasks as part of an interdisciplinary team. This team member will serve as an individual contributor on the R&D team, focused on the design, development, and test of the electronics in low power RF-controlled wearable medical devices for infusion pump systems. Execution to schedule with high quality deliverables is key to success.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems

• Creates schematics and circuit board layouts, overseeing fabrication and assembly of prototypes with outside vendors

• Applies principles of electronics and electrical design, including digital, analog, RF, and mixed signal systems

• Independently performs experiments, including development of test methods, measurement, and analysis

• Troubleshoots system design issues using systematic root cause analysis methods

• Provides resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems, focusing on data-driven decision making

• Presents concepts, analysis, and conclusions to stakeholders both technical and non-technical

• Mentors more junior engineers

• Act as subject matter expert in all EE related matters

• Creates and meets schedules for complex projects with cross-functional dependencies

• Performs other duties as required

Education and Experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree required (preferred field of study in: Electrical Engineering) and 10 years of relevant experience, or Master Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Skills and Competencies:       

• Analog, digital, and mixed signal circuit analysis, including custom integrated circuits and in-depth simulation (Monte-Carlo, etc)

• Advanced principles of design (Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electrostatic Discharge, RF)

• Bluetooth Low Energy design and test techniques

• Experience with FDA design controls and risk management guidelines

• Medical and/or wearable device design experience

• Ethical, responsible, and data-driven decision making methodology

• Self-starter, detail oriented, and effective verbal/written communicator

• Test protocol and report development

• Lab Equipment Proficiency (Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Signal Generators, etc.)

• Office Software Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Engineering Software Proficiency preferred (Cadence OrCAD, Cadence PCB Editor, Matlab, MathCAD, MiniTab)

Physical Requirements (if applicable):   

• This position may require business travel.

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office). #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $162,500.00 - $243,725.00 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.