Research And Development Manager

Medical Engineers Recruitment; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in consumer electronics is seeking a Research & Development Manager to drive innovation and lead product development. This role involves strategic vision setting, team leadership, and collaboration across departments to ensure successful product launches. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in R&D and consumer electronics hardware, with proven leadership skills and a readiness to travel globally.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in R&D or product management.
• Strong background in consumer electronics hardware.
• Proven leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development from concept to launch.
• Align R&D strategy with business goals.
• Champion process automation.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor Management

Product Development

Process Automation

Job description

Job Title: Research & Development Manager

Location: Niagara Falls Central, Ontario

Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Are you ready to lead innovation at the forefront of consumer electronics? Our client is looking for a Research & Development Manager to join their growing team. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll set the strategic vision for product development, guide cross-functional teams, and drive market-aligned innovation.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead new product development from concept to launch
• Align R&D strategy with business goals and market trends
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and global vendors
• Oversee product compliance, patents, and vendor negotiations
• Champion process automation and continuous improvement

What You Bring:

• 7–10+ years in R&D or product management
• Strong background in consumer electronics hardware
• Proven leadership and vendor management experience
• Willingness to travel globally (2–4x/year)
• PMP or Six Sigma is a bonus!