Director, Device Engineering

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Job Description
 

We are seeking a dynamic and people-focused Director of Device Development to lead a team of engineers in the design and delivery of parenteral drug-device combination products, including prefilled syringes and autoinjectors. This role is centered on building a strong team culture, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and reinforcing the strategic value of combination products as integrated product systems. The ideal candidate will be a skilled leader who can influence across the organization, drive alignment, and champion the role of device innovation in enhancing patient outcomes. This is a high-impact leadership position with a strong emphasis on team development, organizational influence, and strategic execution. 

Specific Job Responsibilities 

• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous development within the device development function. 

• Champion a systems-based approach to product development, ensuring that all combination products are treated as integrated systems encompassing drug, device, user interface, and delivery performance. 

• Influence and collaborate effectively across the organization, including with clinical, regulatory, quality, commercial, and manufacturing teams, to align on product strategy, development priorities, and risk management. 

• Reinforce and communicate the value proposition of drug-device combination products, advocating for user-centric design, differentiated delivery platforms, and the strategic role of devices in enhancing therapeutic outcomes. 

• Ensure robust design control and risk management practices are followed across all device programs, in alignment with global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, ISO 13485, ISO 14971). 

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external partners and suppliers, ensuring alignment on technical requirements, timelines, and quality expectations. 

Required Education & Experience  

Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience 

OR 

Masters' Degree and Ten Years’ Experience 

OR 

PhD and Eight Years’ Experience 

Preferred Experience 

• Experience leading combination product development projects and managing device engineers. 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific field and