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Principal AI Engineer, Medical Devices

Goodwin Recruiting
Dundee, OR, United States
  • Market Salary: $110,080 - $165,940 p/year
  • Engineering
  • Full-time
Our job summary
High-visibility role to build AI capability from the ground up with profit-sharing. Principal AI Engineer, full-time, on-site/hybrid in medical device/manufacturing HQ, permanent role; lead AI strategy, design/deploy ML systems, integrate across supply chain, planning and operations. Must-have requirements:
Full description

We are partnering with a leading, privately held manufacturer in the healthcare and industrial space to hire a Principal AI Engineer. This is a newly created, high-impact role designed for a hands-on technical leader who wants to build and scale AI capabilities from the ground up.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys solving real-world business problems, working cross-functionally, and driving measurable impact through applied AI, not just theory.


Principal AI Engineer Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with flexibility for top talent
  • Annual bonus and profit-sharing program
  • 401k with company contribution
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • High-visibility role with direct impact on business strategy
  • Opportunity to build and shape AI capabilities within a stable, growing organization

Principal AI Engineer Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the company’s AI strategy and roadmap
  • Design and deploy machine learning models and AI-driven solutions across the business
  • Identify and prioritize opportunities to apply AI in areas such as supply chain, planning, forecasting, and operations
  • Build scalable systems and reduce reliance on third-party AI vendors
  • Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear business insights and recommendations
  • Establish best practices for AI architecture, deployment, and governance
  • Contribute to long-term opportunities to integrate AI into product offerings

Principal AI Engineer Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science
  • Proven experience building and deploying production-level AI/ML solutions
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and data pipelines
  • Ability to operate at both a hands-on and strategic level
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience applying AI to real-world business problems is required
  • Experience in manufacturing, healthcare, or industrial environments is a plus

This role is ideal for a builder who wants to move beyond experimentation and drive real impact through AI in a complex, operational environment.

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