Project Leader, R&D Project Management

Zvh; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage starting 1

ESPP and 401(k) company matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a project coordinator to support international focus projects and sustaining engineering initiatives. You will coordinate day-to-day activities with cross-functional teams, track milestones and risks, and ensure alignment with plans and regulatory requirements.

The role involves Agile Scrum participation, collaboration with global partners, and contributing to on-schedule, on-budget delivery while maintaining design controls and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in project coordination or similar technical roles.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional and global teams.
• Foundational exposure to scheduling, risk tracking, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of Agile and/or traditional project management methodologies; Scrum experience preferred.
• Ability to navigate regulated product development environments and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional, multidisciplinary project teams in new product development or sustaining engineering.
• Assist with international product launches and regional product updates to ensure compliance.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and deliverables per established processes.
• Coordinate project activities, track action items, milestones, risks and dependencies.
• Support task assignment and stakeholder follow-up across internal and external teams.
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methodologies

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter supports cross‑functional teams in the execution of international focus projects, new product development projects and sustaining engineering projects. Coordinate day‑to‑day project activities, working with appropriate peers and functions to track progress, support issue resolution, and ensure alignment with established project plans and processes. Contribute to ensuring project work progresses on schedule, within budget, and to the required level of product quality and regulatory compliance. Apply project management fundamentals, tools, and methodologies to support delivery of business objectives while continuing to develop project leadership capabilities within a regulated medical device environment.

What you will be doing:

• Support cross‑functional, multidisciplinary project teams in the execution of new product development or sustaining engineering initiatives.
• Support geographically dispersed teams, and external partners, in the execution of international product launches and/or regional specific product updates to maintain compliance.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and deliverables in accordance with established processes.
• Coordinate assigned project activities and track action items, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
• Support task assignment and follow‑up with internal and external team members.
• Participate in Agile Scrum activities such as daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, as applicable.
• Support achievement of project quality, cost, and schedule objectives while maintaining compliance with design controls and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare project status updates and contribute to risk, issue, and change management discussions.
• Assist with implementation of approved design changes into production and related engineering activities.

What you will bring:

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience, which may include project coordination, engineering, operations, or other technical roles supporting product development or sustaining activities.
• Experience may be gained through a combination of full‑time industry roles, internships, co‑op assignments, or rotational programs.
• Foundational exposure to project management practices such as scheduling, task coordination, risk tracking, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of Agile and/or traditional project management methodologies; experience participating as a team member on Scrum‑based projects is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with global cross‑functional teams and external partners within a regulated product development environment.
• Experience supporting or leading international product launches or market expansion initiatives is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with global regulatory submission and approval processes is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Agile (CSM/PSM) or Project Management certification, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or CAPM is a plus but not required.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 to $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well‑being matters.

• medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time‑off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer.

Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

Reasonable Accommodations Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally.

Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we are more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we redefine healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.