Senior Manager R&D - IP&SS Design Development - Mechanical
Solventum, Eagan, MN, United States
Senior Manager R&D - IP & SS Design Development - Mechanical
The Impact You'll Make in this Role
Leading a team of R&D Design Development Mechanical engineers and scientists developing products across the Vascular Access Solutions, Assurance & Monitoring Solutions, and Peri-Operative Surgical Solutions portfolios while:
minimizing project uncertainty as early as feasible by clearly defining scope and product requirements, aligning program timing and resources with design capability to best fit within the product portfolio, and identifying new capabilities or capacities to develop internally or acquire externally
developing component, subassembly, assembly, and product designs that are reliable and manufacturable
working in concert with IP&SS R&D Product Development to maintain effective extended team resource allocation – to achieve committed deliverables
identifying, planning, documenting, and executing design controls and risk management processes and procedures
evaluating product functionality, performance, and safety through characterization, verification, and validation testing
continuously evaluating selected designs to ensure they meet design input requirements and performance requirements while reducing project‑, cost‑, and timeline‑risk and increasing certainty of business case attainment
transferring technology design knowledge to Sustaining Engineering as products enter the market; maintaining a role as technical subject matter experts to support Sustaining activities as needed
Ensuring the health and vitality of our IP&SS new product development portfolio and products by:
defining and implementing vision, culture, and development focus areas for the team and our people
leading by example with a hands‑on, player‑coach approach
fortifying medical device rigor, empowering our team, driving accountability, and increasing engagement
developing product and technology strategies – and guiding the implementation of them – to maintain viable product portfolios while ensuring inclusion of feature, process, and technology improvements that address unmet needs and improve customer satisfaction and patient outcomes
contributing to organic technology‑focused ideation and feasibility activities
contributing to the review and due diligence of inorganic opportunities
leading experienced professional and/or specialist employees who exercise significant latitude and independence
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in an applicable technical field
Ten years of relevant experience
Experience in a regulated industry, medical devices preferred, utilizing design controls to design, develop, verify, validate, and commercialize new products
Previous experience managing people, leading teams, and developing/managing budgets
Additional Qualifications
Expertise in project technical leadership with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with and working knowledge of ISO9000, FDA and GMP requirements including product requirements, specification documents, risk management files
Proficiency in MS Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint), strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to read and understand technical drawings
Strong working knowledge of processes and equipment common to medical device manufacturing; examples include additive manufacturing, machining, extrusion, injection molding, coating, adhesive and thermal bonding, die cutting, flat film converting, automated and semi‑automated manufacturing equipment
Master's degree in an applicable technical or business field preferred
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, mentor, and grow engineering talent
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, familiarity with statistical techniques, experience with scientific methods and Design of Experiments
Ability to understand and resolve complex technical and business system issues
Work location
Hybrid Eligible: requiring on‑site at Eagan, MN office at least 3 days per week
Travel
May include up to 15% domestic/international travel.
Relocation Assistance
May be authorized.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well‑being
Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. We regularly benchmark our compensation with comparable companies. The expected compensation range for this position is $187,600 – $257,950, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. This position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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The Impact You'll Make in this Role
Leading a team of R&D Design Development Mechanical engineers and scientists developing products across the Vascular Access Solutions, Assurance & Monitoring Solutions, and Peri-Operative Surgical Solutions portfolios while:
minimizing project uncertainty as early as feasible by clearly defining scope and product requirements, aligning program timing and resources with design capability to best fit within the product portfolio, and identifying new capabilities or capacities to develop internally or acquire externally
developing component, subassembly, assembly, and product designs that are reliable and manufacturable
working in concert with IP&SS R&D Product Development to maintain effective extended team resource allocation – to achieve committed deliverables
identifying, planning, documenting, and executing design controls and risk management processes and procedures
evaluating product functionality, performance, and safety through characterization, verification, and validation testing
continuously evaluating selected designs to ensure they meet design input requirements and performance requirements while reducing project‑, cost‑, and timeline‑risk and increasing certainty of business case attainment
transferring technology design knowledge to Sustaining Engineering as products enter the market; maintaining a role as technical subject matter experts to support Sustaining activities as needed
Ensuring the health and vitality of our IP&SS new product development portfolio and products by:
defining and implementing vision, culture, and development focus areas for the team and our people
leading by example with a hands‑on, player‑coach approach
fortifying medical device rigor, empowering our team, driving accountability, and increasing engagement
developing product and technology strategies – and guiding the implementation of them – to maintain viable product portfolios while ensuring inclusion of feature, process, and technology improvements that address unmet needs and improve customer satisfaction and patient outcomes
contributing to organic technology‑focused ideation and feasibility activities
contributing to the review and due diligence of inorganic opportunities
leading experienced professional and/or specialist employees who exercise significant latitude and independence
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in an applicable technical field
Ten years of relevant experience
Experience in a regulated industry, medical devices preferred, utilizing design controls to design, develop, verify, validate, and commercialize new products
Previous experience managing people, leading teams, and developing/managing budgets
Additional Qualifications
Expertise in project technical leadership with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with and working knowledge of ISO9000, FDA and GMP requirements including product requirements, specification documents, risk management files
Proficiency in MS Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint), strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to read and understand technical drawings
Strong working knowledge of processes and equipment common to medical device manufacturing; examples include additive manufacturing, machining, extrusion, injection molding, coating, adhesive and thermal bonding, die cutting, flat film converting, automated and semi‑automated manufacturing equipment
Master's degree in an applicable technical or business field preferred
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, mentor, and grow engineering talent
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, familiarity with statistical techniques, experience with scientific methods and Design of Experiments
Ability to understand and resolve complex technical and business system issues
Work location
Hybrid Eligible: requiring on‑site at Eagan, MN office at least 3 days per week
Travel
May include up to 15% domestic/international travel.
Relocation Assistance
May be authorized.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well‑being
Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. We regularly benchmark our compensation with comparable companies. The expected compensation range for this position is $187,600 – $257,950, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. This position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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