Principal Device Development Engineer - Ophthalmic Technical Leader

Location:Bedford, MA (Onsite – 5 days/week) Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. Employment Type:Contract (Hourly) Duration:Ongoing, project-based Compensation:$88–$95/hour Job Summary Provide high-level technical leadership in the ideation, evaluation, and advancement of ophthalmic drug delivery devices and combination products. This role combines strategic vision with practical execution while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory and quality compliance. Key Responsibilities Direct the design and development of new and enhanced medical devices to satisfy regulatory, quality, and user requirements Supervise design verification, validation, and prototyping activities to confirm safety, effectiveness, and performance Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to achieve timely delivery Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers Guarantee adherence to global regulatory and quality standards, including design controls and risk management Partner with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and clinical teams to define design requirements Explore and incorporate emerging technologies and materials to drive device innovation Qualifications 15+ years in medical device development and engineering Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or related engineering field Deep expertise in design controls, verification/validation, and regulatory compliance Proven leadership in mentoring teams and managing complex device projects Strong knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and combination product regulations Excellent problem-solving, xywuqvp data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration skills What We Offer Competitive contract rates for senior device engineering expertise Direct impact on innovative ophthalmic drug delivery technologies Platform collaboration and support tools How to Apply To apply, visit our career portal and complete the quick and straightforward application process: enter your details, upload your CV, add your LinkedIn (optional), answer a few qualifying questions. Apply Now (Or visit: )