Job Title:
Advanced Technologies R&D Manager
This position is part of the Medical Device industry's hub in Europe, leading in Neurovascular care.
As an Advanced Technologies R&D Manager, you will provide leadership in early process development, test lab operations, and be a key player in the design and development of technologies.
This role manages the efficient operation of all test labs, concept and GxP testing, and EH&S requirements. The Advanced Technologies R&D Manager will support new project development (NPD).
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead prototype and lab engineers/technicians for equipment commissioning, validations, maintenance, calibration, and process development studies.
* Manage technical project resources as required, including responsibility for goal setting, performance reviews, identifying and supporting development needs.
* Provide leadership to wider R&D teams in the development of new processes, building and testing of prototypes, testing, data analysis and interpretation, component and finished device assembly drawings/specifications, product materials selection, and process development.
* Ensure test labs are GxP compliant in terms of equipment, fixtures, and daily operations.
* Assess current and emerging process technologies for suitability for application to the development of interventional medical devices, including catheters and delivery systems.
* Develop expert knowledge on emerging technologies to support implementation and adoption into the wider organization.
* Be the subject matter expert and provide technical leadership for all activities related to early stage prototype and process development to influence the design team on concept and design development.
Qualifications Required:
* Qualification in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
* Manufacturing / Process development experience.
* Project management qualification an advantage.
* Significant experience in the interventional medical device industry with experience of technical leadership, and prior product development experience.