Medical Device Product Development Engineer

Job Title: Medical Device EngineerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical/Electromechanical Engineer to support the development, testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing improvement of sophisticated medical devices. This position will focus on sustaining engineering, product reliability, design modifications, and technical problem-solving within a regulated manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a strong electrical engineering foundation, hands-on experience with complex electromechanical systems, and a background working with FDA-regulated medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and electromechanical product issues, conduct root cause investigations, and implement effective corrective actions.

• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of regulated medical devices throughout the product lifecycle.

• Conduct research, engineering evaluations, and testing to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance.

• Design, develop, and evaluate prototypes to verify functionality, safety, reliability, and compliance with product requirements.

• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.

• Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in accordance with established design controls, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.

• Perform design verification and validation activities, document test results, and support product compliance.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and engineering teams to resolve product and process issues.

• Support design improvements, component changes, and manufacturing process modifications.

Essential Skills

• Strong foundation in electrical engineering.

• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, analyzing failures, and implementing corrective actions.

• Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.

• Experience with design controls, engineering change management, and technical documentation.

• Hands-on experience with product testing, verification, and prototype evaluation.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience developing or sustaining electromechanical products in a regulated environment.

• Experience developing or sustaining FDA-regulated medical devices.

• Familiarity with ISO, IEC, or related medical device standards.

• Experience with ultrasound, imaging systems, RF technology, or other energy-based medical devices.

• Familiarity with PCB assemblies, sensors, transducers, power electronics, and electromechanical integration.

Work Environment

This role operates within a regulated manufacturing environment. The candidate will engage with various technologies and equipment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product reliability and compliance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sturtevant, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sturtevant, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Sturtevant,WI.

About Actalent

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