IDEXX Livestock Diagnostics · 4 months ago
Principal R&D Engineer, Diagnostic Consumables
Westbrook, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expIDEXX Livestock Diagnostics is looking for an experienced Principal R&D Engineer to lead the development of high-volume, single-use consumables for veterinary diagnostics platforms. The role involves collaborating with various teams to bring innovative products to market and guiding the technical vision from material selection to commercialization.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Own the technical vision for diagnostic consumables, guiding concept development from material selection through commercialization
Drive advanced modeling and simulation (ANSYS, COMSOL) to establish design principles across fluidic, thermal, and mechanical domains
Shape cross-functional strategy by partnering with assay scientists, instrument engineers, and external vendors to deliver integrated, scalable solutions
Lead design reviews and risk assessments ensuring robust validation strategies and regulatory compliance under USDA standards
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and building organizational capability in diagnostic system engineering
Influence long-term roadmaps, contributing to portfolio planning and innovation pipelines that expand IDEXX’s diagnostic capabilities
Champion manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, ensuring designs translate seamlessly into high-volume, regulated production environments
Contribute to technical roadmaps and mentor junior team members
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
8+ years of experience in diagnostic consumables or medical device development
Strong proficiency in analytical modeling; SolidWorks experience is a plus
Proven success in high-volume, regulated manufacturing environments
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience designing and integrating microfluidic systems
Familiarity with high-volume web-based manufacturing technologies
Track record of developing high-volume assay consumables or diagnostic products
Benefits
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
5% matching 401k
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more
Company
IDEXX Livestock Diagnostics
Diagnostic tests and services to monitor the health of herd and flock animals worldwide.
5001-10000 employees
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