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Senior Principal Engineer - Mechanical

Baxter International

$120,000 - $165,000
Sep 26, 2025
Johnsburg, IL, USA
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Baxter Healthcare Corporation is looking to develop and integrate world-class mechanical systems to improve patient care and outcomes, and this role is pivotal in achieving that goal.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge in micro-mechanical systems, actuation using motors, and fluid pumping technologies.
  • Proven experience with building for reliability, miniaturization, and high-precision motion control.
  • Deep knowledge of materials, tolerance stack-up, and DFM or equivalent experience in high-volume production.
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards: IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA QSR.
  • Experience with Plastics Injection Molding, Sheetmetal & casting part builds.
  • Strong knowledge of DFM and DFA or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of ISO 28620, IEC 60601, and IEC 62304 regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

  • Own the mechanical subsystem architecture from concept to production, ensuring it meets clinical needs and system performance targets.
  • Clearly outline and strictly follow functional and non-functional requirements, encompassing precision in flow rates and detecting occlusions.
  • Evaluate and select actuation mechanisms and pumping strategies, ensuring efficient performance and compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement and optimize the pump drive system.
  • Conduct DFMEA and FTA to determine and ensure subsystem safety and reliability.
  • Apply expertise in Plastics Injection Molding, Sheetmetal & casting part builds, and strong knowledge of DFM and DFA or equivalent experience.
  • Guide development validation against regulatory standards such as ISO 28620, IEC 60601, and IEC 62304.

Other

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in medical device development, with at least 5 years in infusion pump or drug delivery systems.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
  • Ability to work on-site at least a minimum number of days a week.
  • Travel requirements not specified.