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Senior Manager – External Research and Development Engineering

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Convatec

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need experience managing teams in regulated industries, R&D collaboration, ISO 13485 knowledge, design control expertise, and strong communication skills. A degree in Science or Engineering is essential.
  • You will manage external collaborations, oversee project progress, lead technical decisions, ensure documentation quality, and foster team collaboration in product development.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of managing a technical team in a regulated industry.
  • Proven track record of managing and successfully collaborating with external partners for R&D projects.
  • Proven track record of directing R&D teams.
  • Good understanding of ISO 13485 and design controls.
  • Lead Engineering experience.
  • Practical experience on design control and documentation development for class II+ products.
  • Experience in applying in-depth process knowledge to help inform design and process FMEAs, set realistic tolerances, devise sampling plans, and the like.
  • Track record of participating in product development projects needing Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly considerations.
  • Proven track record of applying modern engineering theory, critical thinking, and statistical analysis to structure problem solving and process design optimization.
  • Good understanding for mechanical engineering disciplines such as tolerance analysis, molding, CAD drawings, requirement engineering, design verification and validation principles.
  • Proven ability to navigate a broad stakeholder environment.
  • Proven track record of being a technical decision maker.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering (or equivalent) required.
  • Experience working within the Medical Device Industry or equivalent Regulated Industry in a Lead Engineering role with a proven track record of delivery excellence.
  • Experience managing technical teams.
  • Experience in outsourcing development projects.
  • Ability to understand business and operational objectives, and to prioritize high volume and complex workloads accordingly.
  • Has excellent technical and non-technical communication skill in English, both written and verbal.
  • The role has the potential to manage a team between 1-7 direct reports over time.
  • Up to 10% of international travel.
  • English (speaking, reading and writing).
  • Additional languages are welcomed.

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining, establishing and managing new and current external collaboration of partners, incl. contractual relationship, negotiation and project management.
  • Overseeing technical progress and making technical decisions for allocated projects and acting as lead engineer.
  • Managing pipeline requests for outsourcing activities and ensuring identification of appropriate external partners qualified for the R&D need.
  • Documentation development and design control of projects.
  • Leading design exploration and/or improvements.
  • Keeping the overview of documentation and dependencies across R&D product portfolio according to the design control processes.
  • Ensuring that projects are aligned with the NPDL and key stakeholders on critical decisions.
  • Ensuring that all technical aspects of a project including documentation is progressed on time and fulfilling the agreed quality target.
  • Ensuring escalation of project issues to the NPDL and/or set governance.
  • Work together with cross functional product development engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability, build prototypes and conduct proof-of-principle, and pilot-scale manufacturing trials.
  • Handling the day to day work of direct reports.
  • Building a strong team collaboration and ensure sufficient competencies within the team that can support the NPDL’s goals and targets.
  • Include specific reference to cross functional work and project-based requirements if appropriate.
  • Ensure abbreviations/acronyms are either not used or clearly explained.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Senior Manager - External Research and Development Engineering role?

The primary focus is to lead and manage outsourcing activities for technical development of customer projects, as well as overseeing internal development projects within the R&D infusion care business unit.

What are the key responsibilities in this role?

Key responsibilities include managing external collaborations, overseeing technical progress, managing pipeline requests for outsourcing, leading design exploration, ensuring alignment with NPDL and stakeholders, and managing direct reports.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering (or equivalent) is required, along with experience in the Medical Device Industry or a regulated industry in a lead engineering role.

What kind of experience is needed for this role?

Candidates should have a proven track record of managing technical teams, collaborating with external partners for R&D projects, and experience in outsourcing development projects.

How many direct reports does this role potentially manage?

The role has the potential to manage a team of between 1 to 7 direct reports over time.

Is there any international travel required for this position?

Yes, there may be up to 10% international travel required for the position.

What is the level of English proficiency required for applicants?

Applicants must have excellent technical and non-technical communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Additional languages are welcomed.

What kind of industry regulations and standards should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have a good understanding of ISO 13485 and design controls related to regulated industries, particularly in medical devices.

How does Convatec ensure equal employment opportunities?

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants, ensuring no discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.

What is Convatec's stance on unsolicited resumes from agencies?

Convatec is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting and will not pay a fee for candidates hired from unsolicited referrals.

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Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We're on a journey to forever caring. It’s our promise to giving patients and healthcare providers the support they need as we bring to life our vision of pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. We’re focussed on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care and infusion care. Around the world, it's our people who are driving our business with real momentum. Join us, and whatever your role, you’ll be pushed and challenged every day. You’ll be supported too, empowered to share new ideas and drive change where it matters most. The sense of pride is powerful. It’s shared. And knowing what you do really matters will inspire you to deliver your very best.