Global Engineering Governance Manager

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Integra LifeSciences is seeking an Engineering Governance & Project Controls Manager to implement and maintain global governance, project controls, and lifecycle documentation across sites. You will drive standardized processes for scope, cost, schedule, risk, and change management, interfacing with multiple functions and external partners.

The role demands leadership of cross-functional teams, strong documentation discipline, and the ability to scale standardization across a regulated

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of engineering experience, preferably in medical devices or regulated environments.
• 3–5 years of project management experience in engineering/manufacturing with ISO, QSR, and design control knowledge.
• Experience with project controls: scope, cost, schedule, forecasting, risk, change management.
• Knowledge of engineering change control and quality management systems (QMSR).
• Experience implementing engineering standards, governance processes, or project execution methods.
• Experience with engineering documentation, drawing management, and document-control systems.
• Experience working with external architectural, engineering, construction providers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across geographically dispersed locations and to present to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Maintain global engineering governance standards, procedures, tools, and templates for capital project execution.
• Manage standardized project controls for scope, cost, schedule, risk, forecasting, change management, and performance reporting.
• Implement a consistent capital project stage-gate process from initiation through closeout.
• Provide technical and governance leadership for multidisciplinary engineering and project lifecycle activities.
• Serve as primary interface between Integra and external engineering and construction partners.
• Lead global documentation efforts for facility engineering, construction, commissioning, validation, and lifecycle activities.
• Establish and maintain global engineering documentation and CAD standards, including naming, revision control, storage, and turnover.
• Partner with Quality, EHS&S, Procurement, Finance, IT, and site teams to meet requirements.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions to improve document management and data integrity.

Skills

Project management

Engineering governance

Documentation management

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD systems

Document-management systems

Project management software

Job description

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

SUMMARY

The Engineering Governance & Project Controls Manager is responsible for implementing, and maintaining Integra’s global engineering governance, project controls, standards, procedures, and facility and equipment lifecycle documentation requirements. This role will drive consistent execution of engineering and capital projects across Integra sites through standardized processes and controls for project scope, cost, schedule, risk, change management, engineering documentation, project closeout, and lifecycle records. The Manager will serve as a key interface between Global Facilities Engineering, site Facilities and Engineering teams, Operations, Quality, EHS&S, Procurement, Legal, Finance, IT, and external engineering and construction partners.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under direct supervision of Director of Global Facilities Engineering

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of contractors / consultants as needed based on project workload.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain global engineering governance standards, procedures, tools, and templates for capital project execution.
• Manage standardized project controls for scope, cost, schedule, risk, forecasting, change management, and performance reporting.
• Implement a consistent capital project stage-gate process from project initiation through design, execution, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
• Provide technical and governance leadership for multidisciplinary engineering, construction, and project lifecycle activities.
• Serve as a primary interface between Integra and external engineering, architectural, construction, and technical service providers.
• Lead global documentation efforts for facility engineering, construction, commissioning, validation, and project lifecycle activities.
• Establish and maintain global engineering documentation and CAD standards, including document structure, naming, revision control, storage, retention, and project turnover requirements.
• Partner with Quality, EHS&S, Procurement, Finance, IT, and site teams to ensure engineering projects meet applicable business, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions, including technical drawing databases and engineering administration platforms, to improve document management, data integrity, and operational efficiency.
• Support development and administration of the Integra Facilities Management System, including engineering standards, SOPs, work instructions, forms, and templates.
• Provide project and portfolio reporting, identify systemic gaps, and drive continuous improvement and global standardization across Facilities and Engineering.

REQUIRED SKILLS & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical) or equivalent.
• Experience 10+ years of experience in engineering, preferably within medical device companies or regulated environments.
• 3–5 years of project management experience in engineering/manufacturing environments, with working knowledge of Engineering Change Controls, ISO, QSR, and design control procedures.
• Demonstrated experience with project controls including scope, cost, schedule, forecasting, risk, and change management.
• Working knowledge of engineering change control, quality management systems, QMSR, and applicable design/change-control requirements.
• Experience developing or implementing engineering standards, procedures, governance processes, or project execution methodologies.
• Experience with engineering documentation, drawing management, document-control systems, and project turnover requirements.
• Experience working with architectural, engineering, construction, commissioning, and other external technical service providers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously across geographically dispersed locations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and communicating/presenting to senior leadership.
• Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of engineering documentation and facility/equipment lifecycle documentation.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems and engineering drawing-management practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop processes and standards that are practical, scalable, and appropriate for global deployment.
• Ability to influence teams and drive standardization across a matrixed organization without direct reporting authority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicable project management, project controls, CAD, and document-management systems.
• Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety requirements applicable to construction and engineering activities.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while effectively collaborating across all levels of the organization.

Tools And Equipment Used

• Examples include: General office equipment: Computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and telephone communication systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties. While performing the responsibilities of this role, the employee is expected to: Sit, listen, speak, and move throughout various areas of the building. Travel across all company locations as needed. Periodically lift and/or move items up to twenty-five pounds. Travel domestically and internationally via car, train, or airplane, as required by the role.

ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS

The conditions listed below represent environmental factors which the employee may be exposed to while performing the essential duties of this position. These reflect a general plant or service environment. Adverse exposure may include construction related exposure such as: Flammable and corrosive liquids Compressed gases High temperature steam and water systems Construction Equipment Medical waste Appropriate safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required and provided. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

DISCLAIMER

The responsibilities and duties outlined above are intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They do not represent an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required. Additional duties may be assigned as appropriate to meet business needs. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer, based on evolving organizational requirements and role expectations.

Salary Pay Range: $109,250.00 - $149,500.00 USD

Salary

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

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