Sr. Staff System Engineer

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Varian Medical Systems, a Siemens Healthineers company is hiring a Sr Staff System Engineer for our location in Shoreview, Minnesota. In this role you will realize the functional concept of systems using technical detailed solutions.

About This Exciting Fast Paced Role
The Sr Staff Systems Engineer will be responsible for helping the team architect, design, select and evaluate critical system components, software architecture, prototype, test and release to production devices such as single use disposables and consoles used in Ablation procedures. This engineer will support system architecture and development including GUI development, electronic circuit board design using embedded processors, RF communications, display technologies, pump and motor technologies. This individual will develop test techniques to test amplifiers, antennas, high frequency interconnects, gas valves, motors, etc. Additionally, the Sr Staff Systems Engineer will collaborate with other engineers in creating and improving designs based on test results to optimize performance.

What You Will Do

• Architect, design, develop, test and transfer to production electromechanical systems and disposables for product development activities. This includes system diagrams, architecture development, GUI development, component selection and sub-system design, prototype creation, V&V activities, production tool planning and design and test fixtures for class 2 medical devices.
• Research product development solutions and provide analysis for product direction.
• Consult and solicit feedback from internal stakeholders to identify customer needs and translate these requirements into engineering designs.
• Optimize design and work collaboratively with other design engineers to optimize design based on test results.
• Work with external vendors and partners to speed up product development and testing.
• Develop necessary fixtures and use off the shelf equipment to create test environments for evaluating performance of new ablation systems.
• Create related documentation and support materials in conjunction with design and development activities.
• Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with Varian values.
• Be a hands-on technical resource for mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams by contributing to design ideas, problem solving and leading by example.
• Exemplify Varian Cultural Beliefs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Will Have

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or related engineering degree.
• 10+ years' experience in system design for new product development.
• Experience developing software driven electromechanical medical devices.
• Experience with cyber security and networked devices.
• Experience leading ISO 14971 risk management processes.
• Experience with electrical engineering design process & tools: schematic capture, PCB layout, circuit simulation, component selection, patient/user safety, power distribution architecture and design.
• Experience with various wireless communications technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RFID.
• Experience at using spectrum analyzer, high frequency scopes and other test instrumentation.
• Hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with SolidWorks solid modeling, assembly, drawing, dimensioning, and tolerancing
• Experience in technical leadership and driving systematic design review processes to ensure alignment throughout disciplines at all stages of the product development process.
• Self-starter with a hands on, pragmatic approach and a "can do" attitude
• Ability to create clear product design documentation such as concept diagrams, specifications, requirements, trace matrices, test plans, test methods development, V&V reports.
• Experience working in a team-distributed, collaborative environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with building, testing and debugging prototype devices.
• Experience transferring new product designs into production.
• Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt and learn new technologies with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion by effectively prioritizing, planning, tracking and executing team activities in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload, multi-task and manage a diverse mix of issues, responsibilities and challenges

What Will Set You Apart

• Previous experience with ablation devices is a strong plus.
• Broad engineering expertise across all engineering disciplines
• Experience working in an ISO 13845 quality management system desired, supporting the creation and maintenance of FDA compliant Design History Files (DHF).

Who we are
: We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

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The Base Pay Range For This Position Is
$158,300 - $217,657

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.

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