Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 27 Jul 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

MiniMed is looking for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer for our San Diego office. The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the development of new electromechanical medical device products and supporting associated process development and design transfer to a contract manufacturer. This role operates within a dynamic Hardware R&D environment and collaborates closely with Quality, Operations, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams to advance projects in alignment with established objectives and timelines.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Researching, planning, designing, verifying, validating, and developing mechanical and electromechanical products and systems;
• Strong expertise in mechanical product development, including plastic part design, injection molding, design verification and validation, and design for manufacturing. systems.
• Experience with design controls, risk analysis, and medical device development processes is highly desirable, along with knowledge of manufacturing methods, assembly, automation, and applicable statistical techniques.
• Identifying and recommending technology and process improvements to enhance safety, performance, efficiency, and cost; and supporting the successful transfer of products from R&D into manufacturing.
• Demonstrate proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, experience working within Medical Device Quality Management Systems and EDMS platforms such as Agile, and the ability to design and evaluate complex, compact electromechanical systems.
• Strong technical communication skills, sound judgment, accountability for results, and the ability to interpret complex data and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Practical experience in process development and a thorough understanding of manufacturability and product realization are important to success in this position.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

• Bachelor's degree with 7 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
  

Nice to Have:

• Experience within the medical device industry
• Mastery of 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and GD&T.
• Proven track record leading complex design projects and mentoring engineers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, machining, 3D printing, automated assembly).
• Deep knowledge of regulatory standards (FDA, ISO 13485) and risk management (FMEA, hazard analysis).
• Experience designing components for diabetes devices (insulin pumps, CGMs, infusion sets) or similar wearable/implantable medical devices.
• Advanced skills in tolerance analysis, predictive modeling, and GD&T.
• Demonstrated success in launching products into high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$109,000.00 - $185,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $121,000.00 - $205,000.00 USD.


Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).


This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that "regular employees" refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.


For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

MiniMed Benefits Overview

About MiniMed

MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey - when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we've been committed to redefining what's possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it's needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.

Learn more about our business, and our mission here.

It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.