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Prosthetic Design Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Electrical Engineer - Dexterity

Austin, TX · On-site

$106K - $138K/yr

... effectors, prosthetics, and wearables. In this job role, you will own electronic systems from ... Generate design documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, test plans and procedures ...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Dexterity

Austin, TX · On-site

$106K - $138K/yr

... effectors, prosthetics, and wearables. In this job role, you will own electronic systems from ... Generate design documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, test plans and procedures ...

WI · On-site

$112K - $147K/yr

Our first market is orthotics and prosthetics (O&P), the field designing braces and artificial ... domain-driven design and rigorous testing. * How we work: We have total flexibility on your ...

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$123K - $162K/yr

As an engineer with 6+ years of experience, you will bridge the gap between high-level robotic ... prosthetics. * Special Purpose Machine Design Expertise: Apply deep technical knowledge of both ...

... prosthetics, and instruments to market. In this role, you will participate in the following ... Concept Development, Design & Development, Design Verification & Validation, and Design Transfer to ...

Staff Mechatronics Engineer (South Bay, CA) Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental ... prosthetics. Special Purpose Machine Design Expertise: Apply deep technical knowledge of both ...

Our mission is to bring machines closer to human capability by merging innovative mechanical design ... prosthetics, medical devices, or robotics * 02 Hands-on mastery of silicone casting and molding ...

... to prosthetic legs to give amputees the opportunity to walk again. The specific tasks an engineer ... Design Systems and Components Engineers design new equipment, devices or systems that are intended ...

... the design and implementation of the website and patient management mobile application. • ... Mobility Ideal Health is dedicated to providing quality, trustworthy orthotics and prosthetics for ...

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How much do prosthetic design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for prosthetic design engineer in the United States is $88,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prosthetic design engineer?

A Prosthetic Design Engineer designs and develops artificial limbs and medical devices that help individuals regain mobility and functionality. They use a combination of biomechanics, material science, and engineering principles to create prosthetics that are comfortable, durable, and efficient. Their work involves collaborating with medical professionals, researching new materials and technologies, and utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software for prototyping. These engineers also test and refine prosthetic devices to ensure they meet patient needs and industry standards.

What are the daily responsibilities of a prosthetic design engineer?

Prosthetic Design Engineers typically spend their days designing new prosthetic devices, collaborating closely with clinicians, patients, and fabrication specialists to refine designs based on user feedback. They use CAD software to create detailed 3D models, conduct performance simulations, and may also participate in the prototyping and testing phases. Regular meetings with multidisciplinary teams help ensure that the devices meet both technical specifications and clinical requirements. This dynamic blend of hands-on technical work and collaborative problem-solving makes each day varied and impactful.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a prosthetic design engineer?

A Prosthetic Design Engineer should possess a strong background in mechanical or biomedical engineering, proficiency in 3D modeling, and an understanding of human anatomy, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, rapid prototyping tools, and industry standards such as ISO 13485 is critical, and certification in prosthetics design can be an asset. Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong teamwork, and clear communication skills set candidates apart in this field. Mastery of these skills ensures innovative, safe, and effective prosthetic solutions tailored to patient needs while facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Prosthetic Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $88,150 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

Principal Design Quality Engineer - Urology

Maple Grove, MN • On-site

Boston Scientific
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead and execute design quality activities in compliance with design control and QMS requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

  • Author, review, and maintain Design History File (DHF) documentation, including design inputs/outputs, verification/validation, and risk management deliverables.

  • Support and lead risk management activities such as hazard analysis, FMEA, and usability risk assessments, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove; US-MA-Marlborough

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:

Interested in supporting a high visibility sustaining/NPD team located in MN or MA? This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Design Quality Engineer. The position will require you to utilize extensive quality knowledge and technical leadership skills to help lead and execute design quality activities, in compliance with BSC design controls, and related QMS deliverables. You will work in a highly collaborative environment, with a team of quality engineers focused on Prosthetic Urology products.

Work Mode:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to work onsite at least three (3) days per week. This position is based in Minnesota (MN) or Marlborough, Massachusetts (MA).

Relocation assistance:

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Visa Sponsorship:

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Serve as the Design Quality lead within a cross-functional development/sustaining team, ensuring compliance to Design Control and Risk Management requirements and alignment with subsystem and system-level objectives.
  • Lead Design Assurance activities for throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring system/subsystem requirements, interfaces, traceability, verification, validation, and risk controls are appropriately defined, reviewed, and maintained.
  • Author, review, and maintain Design History File (DHF) documentation including design inputs/outputs, interface definitions, technical rationales, verification/validation documentation, product useability evaluation and risk management deliverables in compliance with internal and external requirements.
  • Lead and support subsystem and product risk management activities throughout the product lifecycle, including hazard analysis, fault tree analysis, FMEA, usability risk assessments, and post-market risk evaluation.
  • Lead/support product field performance analysis ensuring closed loop alignment with sustaining projects.
  • Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies to identify, prioritize, communicate, and resolve subsystem quality-related issues. while collaborating effectively within a mixed onsite and remote working environment.
  • Partner with R&D, Systems, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams to establish and implement Design Controls based on Risk Management, customer needs, interface requirements, and manufacturing inputs.

What we're looking for in you:

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Design Assurance, Quality Engineering, New Product Development, or related medical device/regulated industry experience.
  • Strong understanding of FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and Design Control requirements for medical devices.
  • Demonstrated experience applying Quality Engineering tools and methodologies.
  • Demonstrated experience authoring and reviewing detailed technical documentation.
  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and a bias for action.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate in a hybrid onsite and remote work environment.

Preferred qualifications

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
  • Project Management experience supporting new product development as well as sustaining quality teams.
  • Tools experience with Windchill, eCAPA, Cognition Cockpit
  • Experience facilitating /supporting product usability engineering evaluation per ISO 62366
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections and external audits.
  • Adaptable and effective collaborator in both team-based and self-directed environments.
  •  Proven ability to influence without authority
  • Boston Scientific experience 

Requisition ID: 633792 

Minimum Salary: $ 102100 

Maximum Salary: $ 194000 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-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).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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 atwww.bostonscientific.comand follow us onLinkedIn.

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.  


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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing, manufacturing and construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Marlborough, MA, US

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