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Overview: The Lead Research and Development Engineer will oversee a team of engineers dedicated to the research, development, and implementation of innovative medical device designs. This role provides technical leadership within project teams, including approving deliverables, mentoring team members, and delegating responsibilities effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead medium to large-scale R&D projects, providing technical expertise across multiple projects or specialized areas.
* Develop and optimize chemical and physical analytical methods to support early-stage product development.
* Drive capacity analysis within the Pharmaceutical Development Formulation team to ensure efficient resource and equipment utilization.
Technical Excellence:
* Collaborate with internal and external teams to identify and evaluate Critical Material Attributes (CMAs).
* Champion improvement initiatives, including ownership of departmental processes.
* Incorporate lean principles into the design and implementation of new processes where applicable.
* Lead technical development efforts and key design decisions to ensure high-quality solutions meet customer needs.
* Conduct retrospective reviews of projects to identify lessons learned for future initiatives.
* Oversee device evaluations, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards, as well as internal policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Polymer Science, Industrial Chemistry, or Pharmaceuticals) or a related field, with 7+ years of relevant experience, OR
* Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, OR PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience.
* Deep understanding of technologies and challenges related to formulation and product development.
* Competence in chemical and physical analytical methodologies and testing procedures for formulation approval.
* Proven knowledge of technical transfer processes to manufacturing operations.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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