Senior R&D Engineering Manager – Galway (Hybrid)
Location:
Galway, Ireland
Work Type:
Hybrid (4 days onsite per week)
Are you a passionate leader ready to drive innovation in medical device development?
We're looking for a
Senior R&D Engineering Manager
to lead our high-performing R&D engineering team in Galway.
In this pivotal role, you'll oversee critical development projects, shape team culture, and collaborate across functions to bring cutting-edge medical technologies to life.
What You'll Do
As a
Senior R&D Engineering Manager
, you will:
Plan, direct, and implement all aspects of design and development for new medical device products.
Lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, fostering engagement, growth, and high performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional Core Teams to drive project success and innovation.
Oversee the evaluation and integration of new technologies, methodologies, and materials.
Guide the full product lifecycle — from concept development through to market release.
Manage feasibility studies to ensure functional and design excellence.
Maintain rigorous technical documentation throughout all R&D phases.
Coordinate with external suppliers and consultants to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
Champion product development best practices including Voice of Customer, early risk management, and Design for Reliability & Manufacturability (DRM).
Occasionally travel (up to 25%) for domestic and international collaboration.
What We're Looking For
Education:
Level 8 Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience.
Leadership:
Proven people management experience — including 1:1s, performance reviews, recruitment, and career development.
Experience:
Background in the
medical device industry
with a track record of delivering successful projects.
Skills:
Strong communication, team-building, and leadership capabilities.
Ability to influence and collaborate across global, cross-functional teams.
Program management expertise is a distinct advantage.
Results-driven mindset with a passion for mentoring and empowering teams.