Principal R&D Engineer, Diagnostic Consumables IDEXX We help pets lead fuller li
Microfluidics Directory, Westbrook, ME, United States
IDEXX is looking for an experienced Principal R&D Engineer, Diagnostic Consumables to lead the development of high-volume, single-use consumables for our veterinary diagnostics platforms.
In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of engineering, life sciences, and manufacturing—collaborating with assay scientists, instrument teams, and external partners to bring innovative, cost-effective products to market. From early material selection to physics-based modeling and USDA-compliant commercialization, your impact will be felt across the entire product lifecycle.
What you’ll do:
Own the technical vision for diagnostic consumables, guiding concept development from material selection through commercialization.
Drive advanced modeling and simulation(ANSYS, COMSOL) to establish design principles across fluidic, thermal, and mechanical domains.
Shape cross-functional strategy by partnering with assay scientists, instrument engineers, and external vendors to deliver integrated, scalable solutions.
Lead design reviews and risk assessments ensuring robust validation strategies and regulatory compliance under USDA standards.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and building organizational capability in diagnostic system engineering.
Influence long-term roadmaps, contributing to portfolio planning and innovation pipelines that expand IDEXX’s diagnostic capabilities.
Champion manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, ensuring designs translate seamlessly into high-volume, regulated production environments.
Contribute to technical roadmaps and mentor junior team members
What you need to succeed:
Ph.D. or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
8+ years of experience in diagnostic consumables or medical device development
Strong proficiency in analytical modeling; SolidWorks experience is a plus
Proven success in high-volume, regulated manufacturing environments
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience designing and integrating microfluidic systems
Familiarity with high-volume web-based manufacturing technologies
Track record of developing high-volume assay consumables or diagnostic products
What you can expect from us:
Salary range starting at $160,000 based on experience
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
5% matching 401k
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more
About the job location:
If you’re thinking about relocating for this role, here are a few things to know about living in Maine (often called “Vacationland”). The Westbrook, ME area provides great access to active downtown areas and the outdoors, with the coast and numerous mountains and hiking trails nearby. You’ll also find a number of large companies like ours in the area, creating a vibrant work culture.
You can learn more on the Portland, Maine tourism website: https://www.visitportland.com/visit/resources/moving-to-maine/
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of engineering, life sciences, and manufacturing—collaborating with assay scientists, instrument teams, and external partners to bring innovative, cost-effective products to market. From early material selection to physics-based modeling and USDA-compliant commercialization, your impact will be felt across the entire product lifecycle.
What you’ll do:
Own the technical vision for diagnostic consumables, guiding concept development from material selection through commercialization.
Drive advanced modeling and simulation(ANSYS, COMSOL) to establish design principles across fluidic, thermal, and mechanical domains.
Shape cross-functional strategy by partnering with assay scientists, instrument engineers, and external vendors to deliver integrated, scalable solutions.
Lead design reviews and risk assessments ensuring robust validation strategies and regulatory compliance under USDA standards.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and building organizational capability in diagnostic system engineering.
Influence long-term roadmaps, contributing to portfolio planning and innovation pipelines that expand IDEXX’s diagnostic capabilities.
Champion manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, ensuring designs translate seamlessly into high-volume, regulated production environments.
Contribute to technical roadmaps and mentor junior team members
What you need to succeed:
Ph.D. or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
8+ years of experience in diagnostic consumables or medical device development
Strong proficiency in analytical modeling; SolidWorks experience is a plus
Proven success in high-volume, regulated manufacturing environments
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience designing and integrating microfluidic systems
Familiarity with high-volume web-based manufacturing technologies
Track record of developing high-volume assay consumables or diagnostic products
What you can expect from us:
Salary range starting at $160,000 based on experience
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
5% matching 401k
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more
About the job location:
If you’re thinking about relocating for this role, here are a few things to know about living in Maine (often called “Vacationland”). The Westbrook, ME area provides great access to active downtown areas and the outdoors, with the coast and numerous mountains and hiking trails nearby. You’ll also find a number of large companies like ours in the area, creating a vibrant work culture.
You can learn more on the Portland, Maine tourism website: https://www.visitportland.com/visit/resources/moving-to-maine/
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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