Principal Product Development Engineer

About LightForce Orthodontics

LightForce is a 3D printing technology company focused on the orthodontic space. Our digital platform empowers orthodontists with 3D-printed tooth-moving tools. In 2019, we launched our first product - the world’s only, fully customized 3D printed bracket system and digital treatment software. We are proud to be one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Learn more at: www.lf.co

Description

We are looking for a Principal Product Development Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team. This is a growing team that owns the design and development of our custom braces system. As a principal member of the team, you will lead the development and implementation of novel product offerings and drive improvements in the performance of existing products. This work will span product design, process development, test method development and V&V to enable scale-up and implementation of new concepts and designs. You will work alongside colleagues from hardware, software, process, product, clinical, and operations to develop solutions that satisfy a broad and complex range of requirements. Your leadership will help drive decision making and strategy for product commercialization efforts and the broader business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement new products and improvements to existing products.
• Develop comprehensive testing and measurement methods to enable rapid design iteration and validation of product performance prior to launch.
• Generate design output requirements to support development, V&V activities, and buildout of manufacturing specifications.
• Define roadmap to implement methods to characterize product performance at point of use / during application. Use these methods and data to drive technical roadmap and further design improvements.
• Leverage a deep understanding of LightForce’s fundamental business and operation to conceptualize new products and strategies to support the next phase of growth.
• Provide technical leadership to mentor younger engineers and contribute to a strong culture of engineering excellence and ownership.

Education and Experience 

• Masters in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering with 10+ years of experience in product development or design, OR PhD with 6+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills: 
• Deep expertise with end-to-end product development
• Extensive mechanical design expertise including appropriate utilization of CAD, hand calcs, simulations, and testing
• Hands-on build and prototyping experience, e.g. 3D printing and machining
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing processes and material properties and behavior as it related to DFM and product performance
• Familiarity with basic programming, e.g. Python, JavaScript, SQL
• Analytical Abilities: Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and develop effective solutions
• Professional Competencies:
• Ability to execute independently in ambiguous environments while tackling multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player who collaborates effectively and makes others better
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Physical Demands 

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to sit or stand, use hands, reach with hands and arms, see, listen, and speak
• Requires the ability to view and reliably identify small (< 1 mm), low-contrast features on parts/components
• Requires work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment

Work Environment 

• Office environment up to 90% 
• Work is generally performed in an open office, sedentary position. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Limited temperature fluctuations, heated and air condition environment 

Perks and Benefits (US Employees Only)

• Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans
• Group plan voluntary life insurance
• Fringe benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Allowances for those in commercial sales positions
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.