Job Title: Advanced Technologies R&D Manager
Location: Ballybrit, Galway
The company is an emerging leader in Neurovascular care in the Medical Device industry.
Located in a European hub for the Medical Device industry, the company works closely with physicians from around the world to develop devices used in the endovascular treatment of strokes.
Role: The Advanced Technologies R&D Manager will provide technical leadership in prototyping and early process development, test lab operations, and be an integral part of the design and development of technologies.
In 2025, exciting expansions are planned in the prototyping lab space and testing capability, which will need to be managed in terms of prototype lines set-ups, equipment identification and qualification.
This role will manage the efficient operation of all test labs, concept and Gx P 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, identify and support 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.
* Evaluate test labs to ensure they are Gx P 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: 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.
Skills: Manufacturing Operations Process Benefits include a competitive salary, 13% yearly bonus, share options, pension, and healthcare.