Denver-Based Director, Mechanical Engineering (Medical Devices)

CONMED Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 169,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent healthcare coverage

Disability & life insurance

401K with employer match

Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

CONMED Corporation is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering in Advanced Surgical R&D, onsite in Denver. The role leads the Mechanical Engineering team across the full product lifecycle, from early development to sustaining products, and drives technical strategy with a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities include partnering with R&D, Marketing, and other functions to shape portfolio roadmaps, identifying emerging technologies, mentoring engineering managers, and ensuring robust

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
• 10+ years in medical device R&D.
• At least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Willingness to travel 20%.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver Mechanical Engineering team vision aligned with R&D objectives.
• Develop portfolio strategy and roadmaps with cross-functional partners.
• Identify emerging technologies and integrate into roadmaps.
• Lead and develop managers and engineers.
• Manage annual budget and resource planning.
• Oversee full product lifecycle from early development to sustaining products.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring/coaching

Education

Four-year degree in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical/Software Engineering

Job description

CONMED Corporation is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering in Advanced Surgical R&D, onsite in Denver. The role leads the Mechanical Engineering team across the full product lifecycle, from early development to sustaining products, and drives technical strategy with a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities include partnering with R&D, Marketing, and other functions to shape portfolio roadmaps, identifying emerging technologies, mentoring engineering managers, and ensuring robust