Technical Project Manager II

Dräger; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Draeger is seeking a Technical Project Manager II for a hybrid role based in Andover, MA. You will manage software projects through development life cycle, ensuring adherence to internal processes and external standards.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, aligning scope and milestones, and coordinating with external partners to deliver on time and within budget. Annual bonus may apply and the position is based in a fast-paced medical device environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; Master’s degree a plus.
• Background in Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
• 5+ years in medical device development or regulated environments.
• 1–3 years in software project management or program management.

Responsibilities

• Manage software projects across the product development life cycle in line with internal processes and external standards.
• Lead the software project team, planning, execution and closure to meet scope, schedule and budget.
• Set goals with the team, track progress, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver work as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Broad technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

IEC 62304

ISO 14971

ISO 13485

Job description

Job Details

• Business Unit: Draeger Medical Systems, Inc., Job-ID: 1339
• Location: Andover
• Function: R&D
• Work Location: Hybrid
• Employment Type: Permanent

Job Responsibilities

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

This position is responsible for managing software projects throughout the product development life cycle in accordance with internal processes and external standards.

• “Face of the software project team”. Contribute to the overall project planning. Responsible for software project planning, execution, and closure to achieve project objectives (scope, schedule, cost, quality).
• Establish goals and objectives with the software project team, track progress against objectives, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Lead, motivator, and guide for the software project team. Collaborate with other cross-functional team members and managers to achieve key results.
• Ensure that the software project team understands and supports the project scope and milestones. Engage the software project team to keep the project on track. Facilitate timely decisions and create escalations to the cross-functional project team / management as needed.
• Apply project management best practices while ensuring compliance to internal processes and external standards.
• Create and manage software DHF deliverables and other required documentation.
• Transparent communication of software project status, achievements, risks, impediments, dependencies, mitigation strategies, schedule, etc. to the cross-functional project team and other key stakeholders. Ensure and demonstrate predictability of the software development activities.
• Lead and coordinate activities with external partners, suppliers, and other Draeger entities to ensure that work is delivered as needed for assigned software projects.
• Align with global peers of other Draeger entities on best practices.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; Master’s degree a plus.
• Background in Engineering or Computer Science preferred.

Related Experience

• 5+ years relevant experience with medical device development and/or in a regulated, process-oriented development environment
• 1-3 years relevant experience in software project management, project management, or program management of one or more complex projects with multiple stakeholders and global teams
• Previous experience in agile software development highly preferred
• Knowledge of various standards for medical devices (e.g. IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, …)
• Contractor and supplier management a plus
• Experience in the field of patient monitoring a plus

Special Competencies or Certifications

• Solid understanding of project management fundamentals
• Broad technical knowledge (software, electronics, mechanics)
• Leadership qualities
• Skilled in managing and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal)

Work Environment / Conditions

• Ability to work together with others and in a team atmosphere; while displaying civility, cordiality, friendliness, empathy, etc.
• Ability to focus on details, recall/retain information, make decisions
• Ability to analyze project constraints and dependencies and implement risk mitigations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying amounts of individual responsibilities, conflict resolution, redirected priorities, etc.

The targeted pay range for this position is typically between $94,400 - $113,300 . 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.

Benefits

• 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.

We look forward to receiving your application.