Engineering Program Manager

At Getinge we have the passion to perform

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge, our passion is to secure that every person and community have access to the best possible care, offering hospitals and life science institutions products and solutions that aim to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. Every day we collaborate to make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Hybrid Schedule = 3 days Onsite & 2 days remote.

Job Function Summary:

Lead and direct an interdepartmental core team responsible for the design and development of complex medical devices and associated systems that fit with corporate business objectives and interests.

Job Functions:

• Apply sound technical and business principles to define new product development projects.
• Effectively and efficiently manage the activities of cross functional product development teams in the design and development of medical devices, components and technologies from concept to commercial product launch.
• Serve as program leader and manage cross functional program resources. Coordinate and run team meetings. Prepare and give oral presentations in a group setting. Directly interact with supporting functional groups (Regulatory, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering, Marketing, and Quality Control) to meet project objectives and keep programs on track.
• Generate project status reports and presentations as required. Present progress with senior/executive management.
• Prepare and submit project plans and budgets, which identify milestones and resources, and track project timelines and costs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in product development, including coordinating design control activities.
• Identify project and timeline risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage unexpected program delays and direct cross-functional team efforts to re-align with established project timelines.
• Participate in negotiation of business transactions with outside parties.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related tasks as necessary.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of medical device industry, FDA regulations, quality systems and design control.
• Experience leading the development and implementation of projects, with ability to handle multiple projects and effectively manage timelines.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated strong technical skills, including technical writing experience.
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively interact and communicate with all levels of the organization in a team environment.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Strong skills with MS Office applications are required (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Project).

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in technical field. An engineering degree is desirable.
• Seven years of relevant experience developing medical products with a minimum of three years’ experience in project or program management.
• Knowledge of Quality Systems, ISO, GLP, GMP and FDA requirements.
• Experience in surgical and interventional medical device design is highly desirable.
• Agile PLM and Oracle experience preferred.

About us

Getinge is on an exciting transformation journey constantly looking for new ways to innovate together with our customers to meet the healthcare challenges of the future. Our passionate people hold our brand promise ‘Passion for Life’ close to heart.

If you share our passion and believe that saving lives is the greatest job in the world, then we look forward to receiving your application and resume. We hope you will join us on our journey to become the world’s most respected and trusted MedTec company.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.