Principal Mechanical Engineer

The Principal Mechanical Engineer at Baxter will drive mechanical design for new product development (NPD) and sustaining engineering of medical devices, translating user and business requirements into robust mechanical designs while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards throughout the product lifecycle. Responsibilities Lead mechanical design activities from concept through commercialization for new products Independently generate and evaluate design solutions using sound engineering principles Drive designs through CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, drawing release, and production launch Perform simulation and engineering analysis to assess design alternatives and risks Collaborate with Systems Engineering to develop testable requirements and support verification and validation testing Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and suppliers to apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Cost Conduct impact assessments for design changes and support engineering change implementation Support project planning through cost, resource, and schedule estimates Provide technical mentorship and guidance to less-experienced engineers Qualifications Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (Creo preferred) Experience designing for ingress protection (e.g., IP‑rated enclosures) Ability to take ownership of complete mechanical designs with minimal oversight Working knowledge of medical device design controls Experience with simulation and analysis tools (ANSYS preferred) Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, particularly molding and machining Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field 5+ years of relevant industry experience Experience working in a regulated environment (medical device preferred; aerospace/defense also relevant) Compensation Estimated base salary: $112,000 to $154,000 annually. The range may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Benefits Medical and dental coverage starting day one Basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance Business travel accident insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching Flexible Spending Accounts Educational assistance programs Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service Family and medical leave of absence Paid parental leave Commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits Employment Eligibility & Visa Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr