Senior Electrical Engineer

Additional Location(s):  US-CA-Irvine

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Boston Scientific was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces for Engineers in 2026, reflecting a culture where engineers do meaningful work.

Boston Scientific is seeking a  Senior Electrical Engineer  to join the R&D team overseeing Active Implantable Device portfolio within our Urology division.

Our urology portfolio delivers comprehensive, clinically proven solutions that restore function and improve quality of life for patients worldwide. This role is primarily focused on sustaining and enhancing the existing active implantable device portfolio, with opportunities to contribute to new product development initiatives as the portfolio evolves. As a key member of a cross-functional team, you will design, test, and troubleshoot electrical systems, drive innovation, enhance product reliability, and upholding engineering excellence.

At Boston Scientific, we deeply value collaboration and team synergy. This role follows a fully onsite work model, requiring presence at our Irvine, CA location five days a week.

This is a defined-term position with an anticipated duration of 24 months from the employee’s start date. Based on business needs and individual performance, there may be an opportunity for this role to be considered for regular full-time employment in the future. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design and analyze analog and digital circuitry for implantable medical systems
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including requirements, schematics, assembly drawings, and BOMs
• Participate in risk management activities in accordance with company SOPs
• Lead and participate in design reviews—providing feedback on your own work and your peers’
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in software-controlled analog and digital SMT circuit boards
• Perform component-level testing and analysis using tools such as oscilloscopes and DVMs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine specifications, improve processes, and optimize yield and cost
• Write and manage system and subsystem requirements through systems and component engineering
• Ensure all documentation complies with internal Quality System requirements
• Assist in the design, execution, and documentation of test protocols and reports
• Mentor and support Assemblers and Technicians in technical tasks

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of five years of experience in electrical engineering, with emphasis on product development or similar environments
• Experience with analog and digital circuit design, simulation, and analysis
• Ability to evaluate and select electrical components based on documented system requirements
• Experience operating standard electrical test instruments such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators, as well as using manual tools including soldering irons, crimpers, and screwdrivers
• Proficiency with electronic design software tools used for schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout review
• Ability to convey technical concepts clearly in both written documentation and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated industry, preferably with Class II or III medical devices
• Working knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA Quality System Regulations
• Background in systems engineering and requirements management
• Proven cross-functional collaboration across engineering, quality, and manufacturing disciplines
• Hands-on experience with Altium Designer for schematic development, PCB layout, and fabrication documentation
• Familiarity with firmware development and embedded systems
• Experience with radiofrequency (RF) design up to the low GHz range

Requisition ID: 630039  

Minimum Salary: $ 89200  

Maximum Salary: $ 169500  

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at and follow us on  LinkedIn .

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.