Job Description
This job is with Danaher, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of talented engineers focused on the design, development, and validation of our next-generation life science instrumentation and software. You will be responsible for driving the technical vision, ensuring project execution, maintaining high-quality standards, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This role requires a strong technical background in engineering, a solid understanding of life science applications, and proven leadership experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Team Leadership & Development:
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Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
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Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs.
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Drive recruitment efforts to build a high-performing engineering team.
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Project Management & Execution:
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Oversee the full lifecycle of engineering projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet specified requirements.
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Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs).
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Implement and optimize agile development methodologies or other relevant project management frameworks.
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Identify and mitigate technical and project risks.
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Technical Oversight & Strategy:
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Provide technical guidance and expertise, ensuring sound engineering principles and best practices are applied.
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Drive architectural decisions and technical roadmaps for product development.
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Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, GMP) applicable to medical devices or IVD products.
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Champion innovation and explore new technologies and methodologies to enhance product performance and development efficiency.
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Innovation & Custom Design:
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Drive the development of innovative solutions and technologies that align with strategic business goals for Dry reagent & Biochemistry manufacturing.
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Oversee the entire life cycle of custom design products, from concept through to successful implementation, ensuring they meet client specifications and quality standards.
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Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product management to understand market needs and translate them into engineering requirements for new and custom products.
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Cross-functional Collaboration:
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Act as a key liaison between engineering and other departments to ensure seamless communication and alignment on product development goals.
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Participate in strategic planning and product roadmap discussions.
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Collaborate with quality and regulatory teams to ensure all engineering activities comply with internal and external standards.
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Process Improvements:
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Identify, develop, and implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
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Optimize engineering workflows, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and time-to-market.
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Drive initiatives to standardize processes where appropriate, while maintaining flexibility for custom projects.
The required qualifications for the job include:
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Systems Engineering) or a related scientific discipline. Master's degree preferred.
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10+ years of progressive experience in engineering roles within the life science, medical device, or biotechnology industry.
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3+ years of experience in a leadership or management role, leading engineering teams.
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Strong understanding of product development lifecycle in a regulated environment (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485).
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Proven track record of successfully delivering complex engineering projects from concept to commercialization.
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Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit
www.danaher.com .
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