Sr. Device Engineer

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Parsippany, NJ, USA
Hybrid
83K-138K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Biotech • Pharmaceutical
We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
The Role
Manage the lifecycle of on-market medical devices and combination products. Lead design changes, technical impact assessments, risk management, verification plans, experiments, data analysis, and Design History File updates. Partner with manufacturing, regulatory, and quality teams to maintain design integrity and patient safety. Support nonconformance, CAPA, complaint investigations, process qualification, specifications, and design-control compliance under applicable medical device standards.
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Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
  • Be responsible for device lifecycle management of on-market medical devices and combination products.
  • Develop change management technical impact assessments, design and development plans, risk management and design verification plans, test methods and data analysis.
  • Lead device and manufacturing process changes, including documentation and risk file updates to ensure there is no adverse impact to the patient/user and to ensure device design integrity is maintained
  • Liaison between GT&E Device Engineering Lifecycle Management (DELCM) and internal production sites, Regulatory, and Quality colleagues
  • Lead design change projects according to internal procedures, track progress, and communicate status to group leadership
  • Establish experimental protocols, conduct experiments, analyze results
  • Lead technical execution of Design History File (DHF) updates
  • Establish and maintain relationships with internal production site colleagues
  • Support Manufacturing and Quality Assurance in the disposition of Non-Conforming Reports and the qualification of material / processes / changes to assure reliability requirements are met, with guidance and supervision.
  • Ensure the design controls are documented in accordance with internal procedures.
  • Establish and review specifications / requirements for components, products and processes, with guidance and supervision.
  • Support CAPA and Complaint investigations, as appropriate

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
  • Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience;
    OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school
    diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Device Design Control, Risk Management, Medical Devices, and Combination Products
  • Experience analyzing patient/user impact
  • Understanding and practical knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485 and ISO 14971 and related standards
  • Critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • An ability to work independently as well as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Working knowledge of statistical methods for data analysis

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
  • Relevant pharmaceutical experience
  • Proficiency in continuous improvement and Statistical Process Control methodologies, such as DMAIC and Six Sigma
  • Familiarity with a wide range of package performance testing equipment and methods
  • Understanding of regional pharmaceutical compendia testing requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities and mentoring skills
  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Office-based role supporting virtual teams via webex and phone.
  • Flexibility required when working with global colleagues in various time zones.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be able to travel up to 20%.

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers .
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience
  • Master’s degree with 0 or more years of experience
  • Associate’s degree and 6 years of experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 8 years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge and experience in device design control, risk management, medical devices, and combination products
  • Experience analyzing patient and user impact
  • Practical knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and related standards
  • Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Working knowledge of statistical methods for data analysis
  • Relevant pharmaceutical experience
  • Continuous improvement and Statistical Process Control methodologies, including DMAIC and Six Sigma
  • Familiarity with package performance testing equipment and methods
  • Understanding of regional pharmaceutical compendia testing requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Leadership capabilities and mentoring skills
  • Experience using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot

What the Team is Saying

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Pfizer Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Official materials describe comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental-health support, plus fertility/family‑building and transgender‑inclusive coverage; eligible Pfizer medications are noted as available at no cost in U.S. plans. Wellness resources such as telehealth and preventative programs are also emphasized.
  • Retirement Support Company documents highlight a 401(k) with matching contributions plus an additional Retirement Savings Contribution beyond the match. Financial planning support and company‑paid life and disability insurance further bolster long‑term security.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Corporate pages and job postings describe paid vacation and holidays, caregiver leave, and paid parental leave for both parents. Materials also note that details can vary by role and location.

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