Senior System Engineer (Minnetonka)

Job Title: Principal Systems EngineersLocation: Minnetonka, MNExperience : 10+ YearsLooking for talented Principal Systems Engineers to join our growing team in Minnetonka, MN! Systems thinker who loves solving complex engineering challenges that actually save lives...POSITION SUMMARY:This position will contribute to the company success through the design and development of capital equipment and devices. This position will report to the Senior Director, Research and Development in the Franchise. The individual will work on capital equipment projects to design, build, and test next generation capital equipment that is used by cardiac surgeons and electrophysiologists. This position contributes in a collaborative way with management, project teams, production associates, external vendors and other work groups to achieve the company's goals of producing market-lead products through positive patient outcomes. The Principal Systems Engineer may work independently on projects with broad scope or be a team member on PD project.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:Define and lead system development tasks to include design, integration, and formal testing of capital equipment and devicesDevelop and complete actions in system specifications, technical and logistical requirements, and other disciplinesIdentify and develop a rapport with key customers – surgeons, nurses, and other cliniciansDevelop in-depth understanding of clinical procedures and techniques applicable to AtriCure productsCreate and maintain programmatic and technical documentation to ensure efficient planning and executionAligns and coordinates resources, priorities, work plans, and activities among outside suppliers and the AtriCure Product Development groupDetermines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflowDesign, develop and test all aspects of electrical components, equipment and machineryCommunicate with and direct external suppliers of components, subassemblies and finished assemblies.Generate and document intellectual propertyDevelop and perform stress and performance tests on a variety of electrical/electronic system hardware including circuit boards, processors and wiringPerform a variety of complex engineering design and development tasks, to include design, testing and analysis, verification, and validationDevelop and validate test methodsReview and authorize engineering design changesDevelop component and product technical specifications including the integration and consideration of applicable standards and regulationsMentor junior engineersADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:Regular and predictable work performanceAbility to work under fast-paced conditionsAbility to make decisions and use good judgementAbility to prioritize various duties and multitask as requiredAbility to successfully work with othersAdditional duties as assignedBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:BS in Engineering15+ years of experience in systems engineering or equivalent fieldDemonstrated skills in System engineeringExperience in hardware/software development methodologies and structured approaches to system developmentMust be proficient acting in and leading integrated process teams, as well as coordinating and communicating customer requirementsDemonstrated understanding of circuits and circuit designUnderstanding of program management tools and expectations of medical device design and manufacturing controlsExperience working with customers and translating the "Voice of the Customer" into technical specificationsDemonstrated understanding of protocol/report writingExperience with data analysis, problem-solving, and troubleshootingKnowledge of Design Controls and experience with FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485Ability to read technical specifications, blueprints, and drawingsCapable of prioritizing tasks and provide a timely schedule of completionCapable of sub-assembly level analysis (not limited to circuit, tolerance or finite element analysis)Demonstrated proficiencies of communicating best practicesExperience with International Usability Standards and the practical application of Usability EngineeringAbility to travel 25%PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:MS degree in Systems Engineering or Electrical EngineeringExcellent demonstrated skills in System engineeringVast Experience in hardware/software development methodologies and structured approaches to system developmentDemonstrated proficiency in leading integrated process teams, as well as coordinating and communicating customer requirementsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent understanding of industry regulations as it pertains to medical devicesExcellent understanding of external standards, design controls, quality controls, manufacturing methodsProven track record of generating and documenting intellectual propertyExperience with Human Factors for medical devices/equipmentExpertise with International Usability Standards and the practical application of Usability EngineeringOTHER REQUIREMENTS:Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as neededAbility to occasionally bend and push/pull as neededAbility to regularly lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift over 25 poundsAbility to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check