Product Development Manager

Product Development ManagerLocation:Santa Ana, California, United StatesRequisition #:21000TMAPost Date:7 hours agoCareers that Change Lives:Engineers and Scientists create our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Join us to make a lasting impact. Help bring the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide.Together, we can change healthcare worldwide.Structural Heart and AorticThe Structural Heart and Aortic operating unit offers minimally-invasive approaches to restore proper structure and function of the heart and the aorta. We focus on the transcatheter replacement or repair of the four heart valvesaortic, pulmonic, mitral, tricuspidand the placement of stent grafts to treat aneurysms and dissections of the bodys largest artery, the aortaThe Structural Heart organization is focused on the development of the cutting-edge transcatheter heart valves and delivery systems and the associated procedures that enable these pioneering, minimally invasive medical procedures.This is a very exciting time for this operating unit as we focus on dealing with the growing opportunity to provide new treatment options to more and more patients.A Day in the Life Product Development Manager:People:Direct, develop, and coach the RD (Product Development) technician team consisting of direct reports through effective leadership.Lead and support Talent Management within the RD technician group by developing the technical capabilities, project management skills, and overall skill sets of the team to ensure that on-going and future strategic business needs are met. Ensure that development plans meet individual and group development needs in alignment with the demands of the business.Ensure that the objectives and performance of each direct report are in alignment with the strategic vision and business needs. Monitor and evaluate actual performance versus plan and determine improvements to drive enhanced performance and group effectiveness.Functional:Drive functional excellence in product development prototyping and testing, including indirect management of larger pilot lines and technician teams.Focused on flawless execution across all phases of the product development cycle, requiring precise attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple efforts. Execute prototyping and testing for development and design verification for all product development programs in the portfolio, commercial Operations support, or commercial Quality support.Ensure that proper documentation is in place. Ensure that technicians are compliant with procedures. Maintain a strong Quality focus in execution.Collaborate closely with product development teams and functional leaders to ensure that their needs and targets are incorporated into scheduling and competency development.Develop flexible resource management capability to meet the requirements of product development projects.Collaborate closely with Operations partners to flex resources between manufacturing and RD efforts.Responsible for RD labs, equipment, and infrastructure, including safety, compliance with existing procedures, and development of new procedures as appropriate.Implement new equipment, including all relevant documentation. Perform test method development activities.Partner with RD leaders to identify improvement areas and implement new processes, test methods, equipment, etc. to drive efficiency and technical rigor.Represent the RD laboratories for regulatory audits.Must Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelors degree required

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

Nice to Have:Bachelors degree in Engineering, Science or technical field with 7 years of experience in Product Development Engineering with 2+ years of managerial/leadership experience, or Advanced degree in Engineering, Science or technical field with 5 years of experience in Product Development Engineering with 2+ years of managerial/leadership experience.MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering7+ years of experience in class III implantable device product development or operations5+ years of demonstrated leadership experience2+ years of direct people management experienceStrong understanding of Quality requirementsProven people management skills with previous experience in a people leadership positionDemonstrated problem-solving skillsLeadership and self-starter qualitiesEffectively handle multiple prioritiesProven ability to influence both within and across functionsDemonstrates strong oral and written communication skills. The ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the OrganizationStrong documentation ability, including quality records and equipment documentationDemonstrates a deep understanding of product and process development process and requirementsAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Lets work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.