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Hologic, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Lead Engineer, New Product Development (NPD)

Hologic, Inc. is a company focused on developing innovative medical devices, and they are seeking a Lead New Product Development Engineer. This role involves leading complex product development programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that customer needs are integrated into product strategies and designs.

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Responsibilities

Lead complex development programs with cross-functional teams, delegating and supervising activities to achieve project objectives, and deliver quality products that meet user specifications
Translate requirements into implementation plans and prioritization with other discipline leads
Maintain expert knowledge of products and their clinical applications, applying this expertise to support existing products and to specify, design, develop, test and implement new surgical devices and systems
Lead architectural discussions to conceptualize, design, and develop products that address clinical performance and workflow needs, integrating perspectives from multiple domains
Share technical expertise by mentoring peers and promoting organizational knowledge and continuous improvement
Accountable for comprehensive product definition documentation, design execution, system verification & validation planning, and system test development
Collaborate on project plans, proactively working with team members to eliminate technical obstacles and ensure timely progression
Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Drive innovative solutions and actively contribute to intellectual property development by identifying novel technologies and supporting patent applications when appropriate
Represent the voice of the end user throughout the development cycle
Stay current with emerging technologies and processes to support ongoing innovation

Qualification

New product developmentMedical device industrySystems engineeringClinical knowledgeTechnical specificationsCross-functional collaborationStrategic thinkingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field in the medical device industry
8+ Years of work experience in new product development and/or the medical device industry with Bachelor's Degree
6+ Years of work experience in new product development and/or the medical device industry with Master's Degree
Strong clinical and technical knowledge and skills within the field of gynecological surgery, or an applicable surgical space or technology
Demonstrated ability to think strategically about products and effectively guide decisions related to product risks and opportunities
Knowledge and experience across engineering disciplines. Familiarity of embedded systems with ability to collaborate between hardware and software working groups
Experience developing technical specifications and corresponding test methods for verification, and generating user needs based on user feedback for validation
Exceptional ability to ideate and develop visionary concepts, solutions, and products; excels at connecting technology capabilities with market requirements, evidenced by substantial business impact
Exceptional verbal, written and presentation communication skills; ability to adapt communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work cooperatively at all levels in a matrix organization to build and maintain the positive relationships required to accomplish project goals
Excellent interpersonal skills- Collaborate cross functionally; Efficiently direct and coordinate the work of others; Build an engaged culture; Foster mentoring; Provide productive feedback

Benefits

Comprehensive training
Continued development and training
Competitive salary
Annual bonus scheme

Company

Hologic, Inc.

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We’re an innovative medical technology company whose purpose is to enable healthier lives everywhere, every day.

H1B Sponsorship

Hologic, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (31)
2024 (20)
2023 (15)
2022 (32)
2021 (20)
2020 (14)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.87B
2025-10-21Private Equity
2025-10-21Acquired
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B

Leadership Team

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Stephen MacMillan
Chairman President & CEO
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Karen Harrington
Director Scientific Affairs
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