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Principal Manufacturing Engineer, NPD
full-timeIrvine$121k - $171k

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Location

Irvine

Salary

$121k - $171k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our New Product Development Engineering team, you will work closely with our R&D and Quality teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients’ lives around the world.

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Optimize manufacturing processes by providing expert guidance to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability across operations.

  • Lead design control activities for products and processes, ensuring readiness for clinical trials and commercialization.

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including drawings, SOPs, routers, and pFMEAs, across multiple release stages.

  • Oversee Participate in drawing review processes and ensure tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure compliance to meet quality standards.

  • Conduct fit testing of design parts and fixtures to align with pilot and commercial manufacturing expectations.

  • Create detailed training materials and work instructions to support production teams and enable smooth knowledge transfer.

  • Define processes, implement robust process controls, and evaluate new and existing standards for continuous improvement.

  • Influence specifications from an operations perspective (DFx, tolerancing, material selection, automation), establish stability metrics, and mitigate risks through Supply Chain Readiness Review (SCRR) and Manufacturing Readiness Review (MRR) processes. Leverage factory insights and SME knowledge to drive standardization and improvements.

  • Identify and implement design enhancements to optimize manufacturability and ease of production.

  • Utilize TOPP technology to design efficient production lines.

  • Lead build strategies, prioritize activities, and provide technical support for Quality System Testing (QST), pre-DV, and DV phases.

  • Partner with Pilot, R&D, and Quality teams to resolve root causes in manufacturing processes prior to clinical and commercial builds commercialization.

  • Design and execute complex experiments and protocols to characterize and refine processes. Lead qualifications and validations (IQ, OQ, software) for manufacturing systems.

  • Mentor junior engineers through process development and execution.

  • Lead the design and development of manufacturing equipment and tooling for program-specific needs.

  • Analyze manufacturing and compliance issues (CAPA, non-conformance, audit observations) and provide technical support for process transfers.

  • Identify opportunities to redesign or improve equipment, tools, and fixtures across all design phases. Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to implement improvements for pilot and commercial production.

  • Manage redesign opportunities and supplier-driven changes to ensure alignment with device design intent.

  • Apply engineering methods (e.g., LEAN principles, basic statistics) to improve manufacturing processes and support stability metrics throughout design phases.

  • Follow project plans to ensure deliverables meet customer expectations, using project management tools such as project plans and risk analysis.

  • Oversee manufacturing support tasks and supervise technicians and junior engineers.

  • Perform other incidental duties as assigned.


What you’ll need (Required):

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 6 years experience including either industry or industry/education (or)

  • Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 5 years experience including either industry or industry/education (or)

  • Ph.D. or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 2 years experience including either industry or industry/education


What else we look for (Preferred):

  • Demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite; CAD experience strongly preferred

  • Exceptional documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and relationship‑management capabilities

  • Ability to clearly translate complex technical information for audiences at all organizational levels

  • Deep knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts

  • Advanced problem‑solving, organizational, analytical, and critical‑thinking abilities

  • Strong understanding of processes, equipment, and methodologies relevant to assigned work

  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change

  • Familiarity with, and adherence to, Edwards Environmental Health & Safety and Quality guidelines, particularly those related to clean‑room medical device manufacturing

  • Meticulous attention to detail

  • Ability to collaborate effectively and professionally across all levels of the organization

  • Skilled at managing multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment

  • Ability to thrive in a team‑oriented setting, including frequent cross‑functional and external customer interactions

  • Represents the organization effectively by providing solutions to complex technical challenges within assigned projects

  • Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $121,000 to $171,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

Other facts

Tech stack
Manufacturing Processes,Design Control,Documentation,Quality Standards,Training Materials,Process Improvement,Risk Mitigation,Collaboration,Problem Solving,Engineering Principles,LEAN Principles,Project Management,Technical Support,Mentoring,Compliance,Communication

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW), is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most.

We thrive on discovery and expanding the boundaries of medical technology, serving patients in 100+ countries, with the help of our employees in areas including Clinical Affairs, Quality Engineering, Research & Development, Regulatory Affairs, Sales & Marketing, corporate functions and more.

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Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1958

What you'll do

  • The Principal Manufacturing Engineer will optimize manufacturing processes and lead design control activities to ensure readiness for clinical trials and commercialization. They will also develop comprehensive manufacturing documentation and collaborate with various teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

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Edwards Lifesciences is a leading Medical Equipment Manufacturing company. The Principal Manufacturing Engineer, NPD role offers competitive compensation.

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