Engineering Lab Manager - moog

Polluxa, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Moog is seeking an Engineering Lab Manager to lead the laboratory testing organization, oversee design verification and validation activities, and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards. You will manage laboratory personnel, support medical device product development, and deliver high‑quality testing services for safety and reliability.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 7+ years in medical device development or testing, and proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in medical device product development, testing, manufacturing, or a related engineering field.
• Proven leadership and project management experience in a technical environment.
• Extensive knowledge of medical device product development processes and applicable domestic and international standards.
• Strong understanding of engineering testing methodologies, verification and validation processes, and test method development.
• Experience developing and executing protocols related to product design and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to apply engineering principles and statistical analysis techniques to solve technical challenges.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
• Experience training, supervising, and developing technical staff.
• Ability to thrive in a highly regulated, compliance‑driven environment while maintaining a customer‑focused mindset.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a repeated basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering Lab Operations and direct daily activities of laboratory and testing personnel.
• Ensure laboratory operations meet safety, data integrity, product reliability, and testing quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet schedules and cost objectives.
• Oversee maintenance, calibration, and safety inspections of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain expertise in applicable testing standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
• Support Product Development and Testing by overseeing test methods for performance, reliability, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Statistical analysis

Engineering testing

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Staff development

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

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Our team is looking for an Engineering Lab Manager to join us. In this role, you will lead the Engineering Lab testing organization, oversee design verification and validation activities, and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and quality standards. This position is responsible for managing laboratory personnel, supporting medical device product development programs, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality testing services that support product safety, reliability, and performance.

To be considered for the Engineering Lab Manager role, here’s what you'll need to bring with you:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in medical device product development, testing, manufacturing, or a related engineering field

Proven leadership and project management experience in a technical environment

Extensive knowledge of medical device product development processes and applicable domestic and international standards

Strong understanding of engineering testing methodologies, verification and validation processes, and test method development

Experience developing and executing protocols related to product design and manufacturing processes

Ability to apply engineering principles and statistical analysis techniques to solve technical challenges

Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams

Experience training, supervising, and developing technical staff

Ability to thrive in a highly regulated, compliance‑driven environment while maintaining a customer‑focused mindset

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a repeated basis

As an Engineering Lab Manager, you will:

Lead Engineering Lab Operations

Direct the daily activities of laboratory and testing personnel

Ensure laboratory operations meet standards for safety, data integrity, product reliability, and testing quality

Manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet demanding schedules and cost objectives

Oversee routine maintenance, calibration, and safety inspections of laboratory equipment

Maintain expertise in applicable testing standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices

Support Product Development and Testing

Oversee the development and execution of test methods used to evaluate product performance, reliability, and safety