Director of Engineering, Advanced Catheters PEG

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Draper, Utah, seeks a Director of Engineering to shape and advance the Advanced Catheter PEG strategy, leading a team of engineers and managers to deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope.

You will drive risk management, cross-functional collaboration, budget oversight, and talent development while guiding processes and metrics that demonstrate engineering value to the business in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Master's degree or PhD is preferred.
• Experience in medical device industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct complex project Advanced Catheter PEG activities with large scale or significant business impact.
• Lead in identifying risk and developing mitigation strategies.
• Manage engineers, managers, SME and oversee multiple areas/locations.
• Develop a robust talent development plan and provide coaching.
• Lead cross-functional groups to develop design recommendations and process optimizations.

Skills

People management

Engineering leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk assessment

Budget oversight

Mentoring

Talent development

Process optimization

Communication

Data analysis

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Director of Engineering position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.The Director of Engineering in Draper will play a key role in shaping and advancing the Advanced Catheter PEG strategy. This leader will drive key objectives by leading and developing a team of direct reports who operate with significant latitude and independence.How you'll make an impact:Plan and direct complex project Advanced Catheter PEG activities with large scale or significant business impact with the accountability for successful completion of all project deliverables to the business and develop project plans and schedule, scope, and quality objectives.Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups.Manage engineers, managers, SME and oversee the work of one or more areas, functionalities, and/or locations and have some budgetary responsibilities.Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.Lead cross-functional and groups to develop and provide Shafts design recommendations that integrate into complex component(s) or product(s)Lead efforts to optimize processes using Capability and Characterization analysis by assessing business needs and developing, proposing and implementing technology solution options.Other incidental duties as assigned.What you'll need (Required):Bachelor's degree in EngineeringDemonstrated track record in people management of technical and/or engineering disciplinesMedical device industry experienceWhat else we look for (Preferred) :10+ years of experienceTechnical knowledge of catheter manufacturingMaster's degree and/or PhDSix Sigma Black Belt certificationPMP certificationProven successful project management leadership skillsProven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite and related systemsExcellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision makingExcellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectivesExpert understanding of engineering procedures while identifying applications of functional knowledge and existing methodologies to complex problemsExpert understanding of related aspects of engineering processes and/or systemsKnowledge of financial acumen as it relates to engineeringDemonstrated ability to manage one or more teams and provide coaching and feedback, including responsibility for all employee actions including hire/fire authority and partnering with HR on all aspects of employee relationsAbility to influence cross-functional partners, business units, and/or sites and may engage with and influence senior managementAbility to develop and integrate metrics into the projects and operations that clearly demonstrate the value of engineering to the businessStrict attention to detailAbility to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organizationAbility to work and excel within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environmentAbility to lead briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representativesDevelop peer, cross functional and cross business relationships to maximize best practice sharing and team effectiveness.Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams to successfully implement global enterprise systems and related solutionsDevelop relationships and leverage them to influence changeSupport and solicit input from team members at all levelsAdhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/controlEdwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.