Principal R&D Engineer

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Principal R&D Engineer, supporting (Life Sciences) work includes: Applying mechanical and electrical engineering principles to develop medical devices that meet customer technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements. This role is on site in our Belmont, CA location and a typical day would include:

• Lead the design and development of components, fixtures, and metrology systems to advance the development of innovative intraocular lens (IOL) and technologies.
• Develop and implement automated manufacturing processes to streamline the production of Intraocular lenses.
• Conduct experiments and root cause analysis to address emerging manufacturing or design defects.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts from a cross-functional team of mechanical, optics, manufacturing, and materials scientists to develop new methodologies, materials, or equipment as necessary to meet project milestones for intraocular lens development.
• Prepare and deliver test protocols, technical reports, presentations, and other relevant documentation for internal and external submissions.
• Participate in cross-functional R&D activities, serving as a functional representative in various core-team and sub-team project meetings.
• Establish relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers, building the capability to support manufacturing scale-up.

What You'll Bring to Alcon:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree with five years of experience or bachelor's degree with seven years of experience (Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering)
• Extensive experience in product development, preferably within the medical device industry.
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

How You Can Thrive at Alcon:

• Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!
• Travel Requirements: up to 10%
• Relocation assistance: No
• Sponsorship available: Yes

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.