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Principal Control Systems Scientist (R&D) / Medical Device in Irvine

Energy Jobline ZR, Irvine, California, United States, 92713

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Principal Control Systems Scientist (R&D) / Medical Device Irvine, California (100% Onsite with a required minimum in-office presence)

Department:

Research & Development / Algorithm Engineering

Employment Type:

Full-Time

200-250K+ Bonus + Paid Relocation

Role Summary: Defining the Future of Closed-Loop Medical Technology We are seeking a

Principal Control Systems Scientist

to drive the strategic development of advanced, life‑saving control algorithms within our R&D organization. This is a top‑tier individual contributor role requiring a recognized expert in control theory, applied mathematics, and human physiology to pioneer the next of intelligent, closed‑loop medical devices.

The Principal Scientist will serve as the

technical authority

for complex control systems, directly influencing product architecture to ensure optimal precision, safety, and real‑time responsiveness in critical care and drug delivery technologies. This role moves beyond standard engineering to focus on

scientific modeling, hypothesis, and the mathematical rigor

required for FDA‑regulated systems.

Principal Roles and Scientific Leadership The Principal Control Systems Scientist will be responsible for setting the scientific direction and ensuring the technical integrity of all control algorithms. Key responsibilities include:

Scientific Leadership & Strategy:

Act as the subject matter expert and technical lead for all closed‑loop control system design within the R&D portfolio. Define the long‑term algorithm roadmap and guide the research team on emergent control technologies.

Advanced Model Development:

Design, formulate, and validate complex mathematical and simulation models ( MATLAB/Simulink ) of human physiological systems (e.g., cardiovascular hemodynamics, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics) to serve as the foundation for new control strategies.

Algorithm Innovation:

Lead the development and implementation of advanced control algorithms, including

Model Predictive Control (MPC), adaptive control, and robust control strategies , to achieve precision automation in medical devices.

Physiological Data Analysis:

Apply advanced signal processing and statistical methods to analyze complex physiological waveforms and sensor data, translating raw measurements into actionable control parameters.

Clinical and Feasibility Research:

Design and lead the scientific execution of in‑vitro, animal, and clinical feasibility studies to collect data, validate physiological models, and characterize algorithm performance under real‑world conditions.

Regulatory & Safety Rigor:

Ensure all scientific models and algorithm designs meet the stringent requirements of

FDA design controls

and relevant safety standards (e.g., IEC 62304). Provide critical technical documentation and subject matter expertise for regulatory submissions.

Technical Mentorship:

Provide expert guidance and mentorship to other R&D engineers and scientists, promoting a culture of rigor, best practices, and innovation in control systems.

Required Qualifications and Scientific Experience This is a senior scientific role requiring significant depth of knowledge and proven leadership in regulated environments.

Education:

PhD

in Control Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related scientific field is highly desirable, with a minimum of

8 years

of relevant experience. Alternative: Master's degree with a minimum of 11 years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience.

Core Expertise: Expert recognition

in control engineering principles, system identification, and system dynamics, specifically applied to biological or physiological systems.

Expert‑level proficiency

in designing, optimizing, and validating highly complete systems (content truncated).

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