Advanced Technologies R&D Manager

at  Johnson Johnson

Johnson & Johnson MedTech Neurovascular is currently seeking an Advanced Technologies R&D Manager to join our team located in Ballybrit, Galway.
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Johnson & Johnson MedTech Neurovascular
J&J MedTech Neurovascular is a global leader in neurovascular care. Our commitment to changing the trajectory of stroke is inspired by our long heritage and dedication to helping physicians protect people from a lifetime of hardship. J&J MedTech Neurovascular offers a broad portfolio of devices used in the endovascular treatment of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke.
Job Summary:
Johnson & Johnson MedTech Neurovascular is recruiting for a Advanced Technologies R&D Manager in Galway Ireland.
The Advanced Technologies R&D Manager will be responsible for providing technical leadership in prototyping and early process development, test lab operations and is an integral part of the design and development of vascular stroke technologies.
2025 will see exciting expansions in our 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 GxP testing and EH&S requirements.
The Advanced Technologies R&D Manager will support new project development (NPD), design changes to current projects (LCM/Sustaining) leveraging previous experience on product & process development. The role will enable process technology for new products through a combination of in-house prototyping and working with external suppliers.

The responsibilities and the impact YOU will have:

• 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.
• Ensure test labs are GxP compliant in terms of equipment, fixtures and daily operations.
• Assessment of 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.
• Ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) is considered at the concept stage balancing device performance/differentiation with a long-term view on manufacturability, including cost and yield.
• Working in conjunction with internal and external manufacturers, support design characterization studies.

QUALIFICATIONS

We would love to hear from YOU, if you have the following essential requirements:

Qualifications –

• Qualification in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent
• Project management qualification an advantage

Experience and skills –

• Significant experience in the interventional medical device industry with experience of technical leadership, and prior product development experience.
• People management experience.
• Strong catheter design, process development and technical ability is essential, based on a solid foundation of fundamental engineering principles. Strong work ethic and creative problem solver.
• Understanding of test equipment, maintenance and calibration programs.
• Deep understanding of Design Control Systems, CFR 820 and ISO 13485 quality system requirements.
• Working knowledge of statistical techniques.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills essential

Location & Travel

• This role will be an onsite role based in Galway, Ireland with flexible work arrangements from time to time in agreement with management and per the J&J Flexible Work policy.
• As part of a global company, travel will be required from time to time, up to 15%

This is what awaits YOU:
This is an opportunity to work with a ground-breaking MedTech company. We are passionate about our work; we play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines, and care deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson, our culture enables dynamic and impactful careers.

We offer:

• An opportunity to be part of a global market leader.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment.
• Opportunities to work on challenging projects and assignments.
• Possibilities for further personal and professional development/education.

Equal Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

• 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.
• Ensure test labs are GxP compliant in terms of equipment, fixtures and daily operations.
• Assessment of 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.
• Ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) is considered at the concept stage balancing device performance/differentiation with a long-term view on manufacturability, including cost and yield.
• Working in conjunction with internal and external manufacturers, support design characterization studies