Job Title: R&D Project Manager Medical Device
Location: Eatontown, NJ
Duration: 6+ Months Contract
Rate: Up to $45 - $50/hr on W2
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced R&D Project Manager to support new product development and manufacturing initiatives within the medical device industry. The ideal candidate will have strong project leadership experience, a background in engineering or a related science field, and experience managing projects within a new product development or manufacturing environment.
The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional project activities, manage schedules and resources, communicate with customers and project stakeholders, and support the development of product and engineering specifications. Experience supporting implants and catheter-based systems is highly relevant to this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review project proposals and plans to determine timelines, resource requirements, staffing, funding limitations, and project procedures.
- Establish work plans and staffing requirements for each phase of the project.
- Coordinate project personnel and communicate duties, responsibilities, deliverables, and scope of authority.
- Direct and coordinate project activities to ensure projects progress according to schedule and within budget.
- Review project status reports and modify schedules or plans as required.
- Provide technical guidance to project personnel and help resolve project-related issues.
- Prepare project reports for management, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Lead customer meetings and manage ongoing customer communications.
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related science field.
- 3+ years of experience in a new product development and/or manufacturing environment.
- Strong project leadership and coordination experience.
- Experience working with Computer-Aided Design and Engineering tools.
- Proficiency with standard office software, including word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and related applications.
- Experience working in a medical device environment is preferred.