Project Manager

Dräger; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 76,320 - 127,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Dräger is seeking a Project Manager for a hybrid role based in Andover, MA. You will lead product development and sustaining projects within the Program Management Office for medical devices, guiding cross-functional teams through concept to production release.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in a technical field, 5+ years in embedded or electro‑mechanical development, and 3+ years in PM with matrixed environments. Travel 5–10% may be required.

Qualifications

• BS degree required; engineering degree preferred.
• PM degrees/certs nice to have.
• 5+ years in PM of embedded/electromechanical development projects.
• Experience in medical devices or regulated industries is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through concept to production release.
• Manage projects within the Program Management Office to meet scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk targets.
• Maintain project documentation per QMS and FDA regulations.
• Communicate project metrics, risks, and decisions to management.
• Travel nationally/internationally up to 5–10%.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science

Engineering degree preferred

Master’s degree preferred

PM certifications nice to have

Job description

• Business Unit: Draeger Medical Systems, Inc., Job-ID: 1299
• Location: Andover
• Function: General functions
• Work Location: Hybrid
• Employment Type: Permanent

Job Responsibilities

The Project Manager will work a hybrid schedule based in our Andover, MA office.

This position is responsible for managing a variety of product development and/or sustaining projects within the Program Management Office of Draeger Medical Systems, Inc.

• Responsible for overall project planning, execution, and closure to achieve project objectives within the constraints of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk. At this Program Manager level, the projects would typically be small to medium sized projects.
• Leads the cross functional team (CFT) throughout the product development lifecycle, from conceptualization, through definition, design, realization, validation, to production release of new or existing devices, systems, IT, and/or related accessory products.
• Face and champion of the project; manage the project as if it were your own business.
• Responsible for communication of key project performance metrics, status, key decisions, risk identification, and mitigation strategies to management.
• Responsible for the project DHF and other required documentation in compliance with internal QMS and FDA and other industry regulations.
• Explicitly manages and mitigates project risk.
• Supports program managers on large projects by managing a project or sub-project within the larger project.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

Education

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required
• Engineering degree preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• Project management degrees and/or certifications nice to have

Related Experience

• Five or more years in the development of complex embedded systems and/or PC-based products and/or electro-mechanical systems or devices
• At least three years in project management of cross-functional teams and development projects
• Experience managing in a matrixed environment
• Experience in medical devices (strongly preferred) or other highly regulated product development activities/industries
• Business experience gained working across multiple disciplines

Work Environment / Conditions

• Ability to travel nationally /internationally, up to 5‑10% of the time.

The targeted pay range for this position is typically between $106,000 - $127,200 . We note that the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. This position is eligible for the following additional compensation: annual bonus.

Dräger Benefits

At Draeger, Technology for Life means supporting our people in every aspect of their lives. We offer a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short‑and‑long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Over 4 weeks of paid time off, plus holidays and parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program

Select locations also offer free parking, an on‑site gym, cafeteria, and game room.

Who We Are

We’re hiring! If you want your contributions to make a real difference, check out this new career opportunity with us at Draeger where we are led by the guiding principle “Technology for Life”.

Draeger has several sites located across North America as well as field‑based sales and service positions. Our North America headquarters is located in Telford, PA just north of Philadelphia. We also have US sites in Andover, MA, and Houston, TX. Our Canada site is located in Mississauga, Ontario.

Draeger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.