Director of R&D Engineering – Aesthetic Medical Devices - Long Beach, CA

About Us

Hydrafacial is a global category-creating company focused on bringing innovative products to market and delivering beauty health experiences by reinventing our consumer’s relationship with their skin, their bodies and their self-confidence.

Every person here is a key player in our success.  We are firm believers in making the little things count each day so the big things will follow. If this sounds like you, come check us out! This is the perfect opportunity to work with some of the best leaders in the industry while you gain the global and strategic experience to add to your professional toolbox.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of R&D Engineering to lead the research and development of innovative aesthetic medical devices. The ideal candidate will drive technology innovation, product development, and regulatory compliance while leading a multidisciplinary engineering team. This role requires a strong background in aesthetic technologies, medical device development, regulatory knowledge, and leadership in bringing products from concept to commercialization. Candidate must have extensive and current experience in the aesthetic and dermatologic industry.    

What you’ll do: 

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute the R&D strategy aligned with business objectives and market needs. Lead and mentor a team of engineers and scientists in the development of next-generation aesthetic medical devices.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

• Oversee the complete product development lifecycle from concept through design, prototyping, validation, and commercialization.

• Lead the design and development of cutting-edge technologies while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

• Identify emerging trends, technologies, and industry advancements to maintain a competitive edge.

• Ensure all R&D activities comply with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and other relevant standards.

• Collaborate closely with regulatory affairs and quality teams to support documentation, testing, and submissions.

• Develop and implement risk management strategies in accordance with ISO 14971 and other safety standards.

• Partner with marketing, clinical, and operations teams to align product development with market needs.

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure scalable, cost-effective production processes.

• Engage with external research institutions, partners, and suppliers to drive innovation.

What you need to know: 

Experience/Skills/Education: 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. PhD preferred. 

• 10+ years of experience in R&D, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the medical device industry (preferably aesthetic or dermatological devices). 

• Proven track record of leading successful product development from concept to commercialization. 

• In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and other industry standards. 

• Strong background in systems engineering, optics, lasers, RF, ultrasound, or other aesthetic device technologies. 

• Experience with risk management, clinical validation, and regulatory submissions. 

• Exceptional leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. 

What else can you expect with Hydrafacial? 
 
PERKS! We proudly offer full health benefits, that’s medical, dental, vision, FSAs, HSAs, Accident Insurance, and even Pet