Hardware Project Manager – Medical Device (Bedford, MA)

Philips; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Philips is seeking an experienced Hardware Project Manager for Bedford, MA to oversee multiple hardware streams throughout the full product development lifecycle, from concept through commercialization.

The role requires 5+ years in project management, a Bachelor’s in Engineering, and strong cross-functional coordination. Knowledge of ISO 13485 and 510(k) regulatory processes is preferred. Office-based role in Bedford, MA with close collaboration across engineering, quality, and operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a project management role with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• PMP certification is a bonus.
• Experience managing complex schedules and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of medical device regulations (ISO 13485) and regulatory submissions (510(k)).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional design and operations teams to bring hardware projects through full product development lifecycle from definition through commercialization.
• Act as a leadership stakeholder to align development teams on goals, milestones, and accountability.
• Provide regularly updated project timelines with detail for risks, dependencies, and ownership.
• Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, developing robust mitigation strategies.
• Report to the Head of Optical & Systems, Advanced Imaging at Philips IGTD, and collaborate with hardware engineers, quality, operations, and stakeholders.
• Help with realization of medical device products that have real patient impact and develop leadership skills.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Regulatory understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Hardware Project Manager – Medical Device (Bedford, MA)

We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Project Manager to join a high‑performing team focused on Advanced Imaging products in the Philips Image Guided Therapy Devices (IGT‑D) business. The role will oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent hardware project workstreams supporting the continued development and commercialization of our growing product portfolio.

In This Role, You Will

• Coordinate cross‑functional design and operations teams to bring interrelated hardware projects through the full product development lifecycle, from definition through commercialization.
• Act as a key leadership stakeholder to align development teams on project goals, propose concrete project milestones, and drive accountability of both team members and external partners.
• Provide regularly updated project timelines with appropriate levels of detail for determining key risks and dependencies, tracking project deliverables, and clear ownership.
• Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, developing robust mitigation strategies while fostering a culture of thoughtful risk‑taking with escalation to senior management when deemed necessary.
• Report to the Head of Optical & Systems, Advanced Imaging at Philips IGTD, and work alongside a talented and multidisciplinary team of Systems and Hardware Engineers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate cross‑functionally with product development, quality, operations, field service, and business stakeholders in this project leadership role.
• Help with the realization of medical device products that have a real impact on a large patient population, while further developing leadership and project management skills.

You're The Right Fit If

• You have 5+ years of experience in a project management role with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. PMP certification is a bonus, but not required.
• You have demonstrated experience managing complex schedules and cross‑functional teams.
• You have a strong understanding of product development processes and life cycle management and experience with medical device regulations, ISO 13485, and regulatory submission processes (e.g., 510(k)).
• You bring strong organizational and collaborative skills along with a strategic mindset for managing project risk, timelines, and resource allocations. You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work efficiently with a variety of cross‑functional stakeholders is required.
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

How We Work Together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office‑based teams, this means working in‑person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full‑time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an office‑based role with the expectation of 5 days a week in the Bedford, MA office.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won’t stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.

Philips Transparency Details

The pay range for this position in MA is $115,000 - $182,000.

The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long‑term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

Additional Information

• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa, now or in the future.
• Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position. For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Bedford, MA.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug‑free workplace.