DEVICE ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Mai 22, 2025 - The Device Engineer possesses extensive experience in IoT device support and proficiency in C/C++, Java, and Python, alongside strong expertise in PLC/SCADA systems and communication protocols. This role includes hands-on project experience integrating IoT devices with various platforms, showcasing a solid understanding of the project lifecycle from proposal to go live. Excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive problem-solving attitude, and a commitment to integrity ensure effective collaboration and successful project outcomes.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Device Engineer Resume
- Circuit Design
- PCB Layout
- Embedded Systems
- Firmware Development
- Device Testing and Validation
- Signal Processing
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- CAD Software Proficiency
- RF Design
- IoT Protocols
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Project Management
- Analytical Thinking
Summary of Device Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Electrical Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Experience in Medical Device or Combination Products Design Controls or related area
- Working experience analyzing patient/user impact
- Experience working in a GMP-regulated industry
- Strong knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 and related standards
- Ability to advance new processes and moderately complex methodologies
- Strong technical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- An ability to work independently, guide others, and serve as an effective member of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and attention to detail
- The ability to work with external partners
- Ability to effectively document and report issues discovered during test and validation activities.
- Good at problem-solving, and customer service
2. BS in Electronics Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience and demonstrated success in medical device development including direct experience with design control, change control, clinical development, and regulatory submissions
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development
- Experience and a solid understanding of the requirements for design controls, biocompatibility, extractable/leachable, packaging, and human factors studies.
- Knowledge of device development guidances and regulations, including 21 CFR parts 081, 803, 807, 814, 820, and ISO Standards such as 13485, 14155, and IEC 80001 and 80002.
- Strong project management skills and ability to work in a matrixed team environment.
- Ability to work effectively with external vendors to manage expectations, timelines, and budgets to support Aura’s drug development needs.
- Ability to multitask and oversee the simultaneous development of multiple devices and to successfully manage the relationship with multiple device vendors.
- Medical device Regulatory Affairs experience in the US and EU, with rest-of-world (ROW) experience a plus.
- Must have a “hands-on” approach to getting work done and an entrepreneurial drive to help grow the device department.
- Ability to travel to global device vendor sites and clinical sites.
3. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or Medical Device industry
- Knowledge of FDA regulations (design controls) and knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820
- Experience in developing and building (test) fixtures, drawing, and CAD/SolidWorks
- Knowledge/experience of qualification requirements and procedures for laboratory instrumentation
- Knowledge of Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and statistical data analysis
- Working knowledge of the development of protocols for validation of instruments
- Knowledge of Design Controls for regulatory compliance and filing (ISO 13485, etc.), GDP/GLP/GMP, Design History Files, Risk Assessments, etc.
- Expertise in electrical/mechanical instrumentation, data acquisition, maintenance, and data integrity
- Familiarity with Operational Excellence Initiatives, Lean Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and/or Value Stream Mapping
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
4. BS in Software Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Experience in design, fabrication, and characterization of power semiconductors such as power MOSFETs, IGBTs, Schottky and PiN diodes, etc.
- Proficiency in TCAD tools (Synopsys/Silvaco or similar) and layout design.
- Experience in data analysis and troubleshooting device issues during technology development.
- Skills in designing and analyzing DOEs.
- Hands-on experience with advanced electrical characterization tools such as B1500, HP4156, LCR meter, etc.
- Experience in developing technology in foundries or off-site fabs.
- Ability to work in a culturally and generationally diverse team.
- Excellent communication skills including report writing, and presentation skills are a must.
- Experience participating in full product development life cycles – from drafting specifications to completing qualification and product release, especially geared towards high-volume production.
- Experience in Si discrete power semiconductor design in the 25V-200V range.
- Experience in wide bandgap – SiC (silicon carbide) and GaN (gallium nitride)
5. BS in Systems Engineering with 9 years of Experience
- Working experience in IoT Devices support
- Good working experience in C/C++, Java, Python, and IOT
- Strong experience in PLC/SCADA/Historian, edge computing, communication protocols, and data protocols.
- Strong experience in IoT and Device Lifecycle Management.
- Hands-on project experience in integrating IoT devices to one or more IoT Platforms (Azure IoT, AWS IoT, Watson IoT, Thingworx, GE Pedix, etc.)
- Should have a Project profile that can demonstrate e2e project life cycle experience (proposal to go-live stages
- Experience in Embedded domain with Microcontrollers and sensors.
- Knowledge of modern best practices for software development, delivery, and deployment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A positive and pro-active problem-solving attitude
- Consistently demonstrates honesty and integrity through personal example.