Senior MedTech Development Lead - Hybrid

Smith+Nephew; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Generous bonus scheme

Pension scheme

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Job summary

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to lead the design and development of medical devices, integrating scientific insights with manufacturing processes. You will drive project strategy and ensure product realization within quality systems.

The role requires significant NPD experience, strong regulatory understanding for EU Class III devices, and the ability to coach teams while managing budgets and timelines. A hybrid working model is available for most professional roles.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a scientific discipline or science A-levels with substantial experience in a new product development environment.
• Knowledge of technology relevant to medical devices and design controls, and familiarity with EU Class III regulatory requirements.
• Proven planning, budgeting and influencing skills.
• Ability to facilitate decisions with large teams and multiple levels.
• Experience with documentation systems and regulatory fields for medical devices.
• Ability to use creative problem-solving tools (e.g., FMEA).

Responsibilities

• Define strategy for designing and developing products and manufacturing processes and ensure alignment within the NPD team.
• Deliver and implement designated projects, ensuring compliance with quality systems.
• Forecast and control project spend.
• Coach and manage technical and project staff; deputise for the Programme Manager as needed.
• Interface between projects and design control/regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
• Promote health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Planning skills

Decision making

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Honours degree in science

Job description

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to lead the design and development of medical devices, integrating scientific insights with manufacturing processes. You will drive project strategy and ensure product realization within quality systems.

The role requires significant NPD experience, strong regulatory understanding for EU Class III devices, and the ability to coach teams while managing budgets and timelines. A hybrid working model is available for most professional roles.