About Us:
Welland Medical brings to market the best and most innovative products that enhance the lives of people living with a stoma across the world. We are passionate about making a difference in the world.
Welland Medical is a part of Clinimed Holdings Limited, a prominent figure in the Healthcare and Medical Equipment sector. We believe that investing in our people is critical to our success and we're committed to helping our employees develop their skills, advance their careers, and achieve their professional goals.
About Job:
As the leader of our established creative team, you will collaborate closely with all members of the R&D department to develop cutting-edge medical devices for Ostomy Care. You will guide and shape new product strategies, maintain the product roadmap, and oversee design and technical specifications.
As the Head of R&D, you will be a key member of the leadership team, driving the strategic direction of new product development.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
* Lead and mentor the Research and Development team focused on the development of new medical devices in the Ostomy field.
* Manage a multidisciplinary team comprising Product, Mechanical, and Design Engineers, Research Scientists, and Senior Materials Research Engineers.
* Oversee and continuously improve Welland’s development process within the New Product Development (NPD) framework.
* Ensure the R&D team possesses the necessary skills to conceptualize, develop, and bring to life innovative solutions and products.
* Oversee all IP management processes for new and existing designs.
* Project manage the entire device development process through phase gates and product lifecycle.
* Contribute to the development of new devices, from initial concept to clinical trial readiness.
* Review and oversee technical reports and design documentation.
* Drive new product, material, and process development.
* Manage and maintain Welland’s product roadmap.
* Develop and monitor project cost and time plans.
* Provide technical expertise and guidance in business decision-making.
* Act as the technical liaison with customers.
* Support distributor co-creation and complex complaint resolution.
* Serve as the technical authority for Welland Medical’s product portfolio.
* Collaborate with QARA, Production, and Engineering teams.
* Build and maintain relationships with external design houses and specialists.
* Evaluate and mitigate risks using DFMEAs or other methodologies.
* Manage Bill of Materials (BoM) using Welland’s ERP system.
* Oversee the recruitment, management, and development of the R&D teams.
* Manage departmental budgets and contribute to the annual strategic planning process.
* Uphold Welland’s commitment to high-quality product standards.
* Ensure compliance with the Welland Medical Quality System and regulatory requirements.
* Understand and apply principles of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI).
About You:
Qualifications:
* A degree in a relevant field such as science or technology is desirable.
* BEng or BSc in Product/Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent academic/work experience.
* Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2 or equivalent).
Experience:
* Hands-on leadership and development of an R&D team.
* Strong technical and innovation background, with experience delivering projects from concept through to manufacturing.
* Experience working as part of a senior management team.
* Proven track record in budgetary control.
* Project management experience in an R&D and manufacturing environment.
* Experience in patent development and management.
* Management of safety and regulatory compliance (GMP) in a manufacturing environment.
* Experience working to medical design standards in the medical device industry.
Desirable:
* Design experience within the medical device field.
* Experience with injection moulding.
* Experience working within a manufacturing/industrial environment.
Skills:
* Strong Design Engineering/Product Design skills.
* Extensive leadership and management skills.
* Strategic decision-making ability.
* Proficiency in 3D CAD and associated analysis tools.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities.
* High computer literacy and exceptional planning skills.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing principles for high-volume consumable products.
* Effective communication skills.
* Commitment to continuous improvement (CI).
* Strong people management skills.
* Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Crawley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting?
* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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