Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D (Hybrid)

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

Job Title: Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D

FLSA Status: Exempt





Company Overview

Insulet started in 2000 driven to achieve our mission of enabling our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients who have insulin-requiring diabetes, by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating. We are on an exciting trajectory of significant growth and global expansion enabling us to reach more patients around the globe.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals who want to be part of building our Center of Excellence and be at the forefront of our rapidly growing global footprint. We are looking to hire amazing people who are guided by shared values and desire to exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it.



Position Overview

Insulet is looking for a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to help drive innovation and leadership within its design team. The Staff Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing Insulet’s next generation wearables and platform extensions.  To accomplish this, the Staff Mechanical Design Engineer works quickly to prove feasibility on device subsystems, rapidly prototype integrated systems, optimize new devices for manufacturability, and ultimately support design transfer of a commercial-ready product into a highly automated production environment.  Success depends on a strong understanding of engineering and scientific fundamentals as well as experience with end-to-end product design in the medical device environment.  This is a challenging role, suitable for an energetic problem solver who thrives on difficult technical challenges and who wishes to work on a small team charged with developing solutions to hard problems.



Responsibilities

Generate next-generation insulin delivery technologies (inclusive of ideation, design, and filing of intellectual property) 

Design device subsystems using CAD software and support full system integration efforts 

Analyze design solutions using engineering software tools and statistical methods. 

Identify and mitigate risks associated with device functionality, reliability, safety, COGs and manufacturing scalability 

Design, setup and execute or guide feasibility tests 

Prototype and test subsystems using in-house rapid prototyping and testing equipment. 

Work on platform extensions which utilize Insulet’s core pump technologies 

Work with and lead cross-functional teams and efforts within the organization 

Work within final assembly manufacturing environment(s) and assist in early-stage process development and manufacturing optimization to ensure products meet design intent 

Work with and manage external suppliers, conduct DFM reviews, and go onsite as needed 

Conduct and lead competitor technology tear-down studies 

Present engineering takeaways and proposed solutions to R&D, operations and commercial stakeholders   

Develop or guide development of fixtures and simple tooling to assemble and test early-stage prototypes 

Mentor junior engineers, co-ops and interns 



Required Skills and Competencies

Strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals and first principles

Knowledgeable in the design and joining of plastic components for bio-compatible applications

Advanced CAD capabilities - complex assemblies, surfacing and multi-body modeling experience, preferred.

Ethical, responsible, and data-driven decision-maker

Ability to effectively communicate (verbal/written) at multiple levels of an organization

Knowledge and experience in design of experiments (DOE) and medical device V&V

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), GD&T; Lean, Six Sigma, preferred

Knowledge of infusion pumps and subcutaneous injection systems, preferred

PC skills - MS Office Suite, SolidWorks, and ePDM required. Ansys, LabVIEW, a preferred

Ability to organize and judge priorities, as well as oversee and delegate responsibilities to other engineering staff / team members, when necessary

Knowledge of Design for manufacturing/cost (DFM/C) and automated assembly experience, a plus.



Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering. Master’s Degree Preferred.

Minimum of 8 years of electromechanical product design and development experience, preferably medical device class II or III. 

Experience in the design of injection molded components, stampings and machined components. 

Experience in the design of disposable, bio-compatible fluid paths and/or container solutions, a strong plus. 

Experience with electromechanical devices (PCBA, batteries, interconnects, layout), a plus 

Experience in high volume product design ( >10 million units per year), a strong plus 

A track record of generating novel ideas / IP, a strong plus 


Additional Information

The position is hybrid at our Acton, MA location. 3 days/week in the office is the normal and depending on project 5 days/week may be required.

Travel is estimated at 10% or less and will flex depending on business need.

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office at least 1x/week; may work remotely other days). #LI-Hybrid  

Additional Information:

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $104,600.00 - $157,250.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.