Research Engineer Jobs in Indiana
Research Engineer jobs in Indiana are open across Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Notre Dame and other Indiana metros, with employers like Eli Lilly, Indiana University, and University of Notre Dame hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
This role is responsible for ensuring the overall functionality, safety, and efficacy of medical devices. Manages the design, development, and integration of firmware, software, hardware, electronics, and disposables.
Responsibilities
- Develop system architectures and specifications including: defining user requirements, design inputs, software requirements, feature descriptions, and user stories.
- Conduct risk management activities including risk analysis for system, software, and cybersecurity.
- Lead systems integration efforts across various engineering disciplines.
- Ensures compliance with relevant industry standards including but not limited to ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, and ISO 14971.
- Ability to effectively work and communicate in technical cross-functional teams to develop new products.
- Continuously improves process and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/crossfunctional groups and analyzing activities to improve work processes.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BS Degree in Biomedical/Electrical, Systems/Software Engineering, or related field; Masters preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing system requirements, design, and testing
- Software integration, and black box testing methodologies
- Experience with multi-tasking real-time operating system
- Agile development experience
- Strong working knowledge of IEC 60601, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
- Experience and understanding of Design Controls and SDLC
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with best practices of software development for medical devices
- Strong Project Management skills
- Familiarity with Agile, GitHub, and Azure Dev Ops
Physical Requirements
- Works under general office environmental conditions
- Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, etc.
- Ability to travel 25% of the time
Overview
This role is responsible for ensuring the overall functionality, safety, and efficacy of medical devices. Manages the design, development, and integration of firmware, software, hardware, electronics, and disposables.
Responsibilities
- Develop system architectures and specifications including: defining user requirements, design inputs, software requirements, feature descriptions, and user stories.
- Conduct risk management activities including risk analysis for system, software, and cybersecurity.
- Lead systems integration efforts across various engineering disciplines.
- Ensures compliance with relevant industry standards including but not limited to ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, and ISO 14971.
- Ability to effectively work and communicate in technical cross-functional teams to develop new products.
- Continuously improves process and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/crossfunctional groups and analyzing activities to improve work processes.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BS Degree in Biomedical/Electrical, Systems/Software Engineering, or related field; Masters preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing system requirements, design, and testing
- Software integration, and black box testing methodologies
- Experience with multi-tasking real-time operating system
- Agile development experience
- Strong working knowledge of IEC 60601, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
- Experience and understanding of Design Controls and SDLC
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with best practices of software development for medical devices
- Strong Project Management skills
- Familiarity with Agile, GitHub, and Azure Dev Ops
Physical Requirements
- Works under general office environmental conditions
- Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, etc.
- Ability to travel 25% of the time
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Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Research Engineer Job Market in Indiana
A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Eli Lilly4
- Indiana University4
- University of Notre Dame3
- Corteva Agriscience2
- Purdue University2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education9
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals6
- Science & Research2
- Automotive1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research engineer jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or a related field
- Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for research prototyping and data analysis
- Experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Ability to read, reproduce, and extend findings from peer-reviewed technical literature
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment, simulation tools, or experimental design methods
- Record of contributions to technical projects through published papers, patents, or documented prototypes
Research Engineer Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many research engineer jobs are there in Indiana?
There are 22+ research engineer openings in Indiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Notre Dame. New positions post regularly as employers across Indiana hire.
Which Indiana cities have the most research engineer jobs?
Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Notre Dame have the most research engineer openings in Indiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire research engineers in Indiana?
Employers hiring research engineers in Indiana include Eli Lilly, Indiana University, and University of Notre Dame, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote research engineer jobs in Indiana?
Yes. About 5% of research engineer openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Indiana metros.
How do I apply for research engineer jobs in Indiana?
You can apply to research engineer jobs in Indiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Indiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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