R&D Mechanical Engineering Manager

About the role :

As R&D Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers in the research, design, development and improvement of medical devices. Boston Scientific Neuromodulation technologies help patients manage chronic pain and neurological conditions. Our solutions include WaveWriter Alpha™ Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) Systems to treat chronic pain and Vercise Genus™ Deep Brain Stimulation Systems to treat movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.

At Boston Scientific Neuromodulation, we’re dedicated to working closely with physicians and patients to develop a broad range of solutions that are meaningful, industry-leading, and customizable to improve the quality of life for millions of individuals across the globe.

Work Mode :

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows an onsite work model, requiring employees to be present in our Arden Hills, MN office at least four to five days per week.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Manage the R&D Engineering team for device development, inclusive of existing and future disruptive solutions.
• Use cross-functional input from Marketing, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Health Economics, Operations, along with external Voice of Customer (VOC) input to develop therapeutic implant requirements and to shape the division’s long-term product portfolio strategy.
• Partner with our internal teams to establish a 10-year vision for optimal solutions and to accelerate near-term projects which move the industry in that direction.
• Drive an accelerated Product Life Cycle Process for all Neuromodulation projects, with a strong focus on agile development and commercializing in a timeframe that is competitive.
• Proactively manage R&D performance goals and portfolio investments (exploratory, technology development, and product development).
• Assists in the development and management of annual budgets.
• Support business development strategy to identify external products, technologies and intellectual property to accelerate growth as well target recommendations, financial case and integration planning.
• Provide vision, direction and prioritization in managing a funnel of exploratory implant development projects, with an agile and robust approach.
• Partners closely with project managers to understand priorities and assign supporting resources to achieve R&D goals and deliverables.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Empower and support teams in problem-solving, in pursuit of efficient technical decisions.
• Create a culture of recognition and communication, where ideas, innovations, and accomplishments are valued.
• Empower teams and foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organizational objectives.
• Set performance expectations and ensure a culture of high-performance, collaboration and winning spirit.
• Provide guidance and training to staff, assist to attain career goals, motivate individuals to achieve results, and recruit to maintain a high-performing team.
• Develop and ensure implant development budgets and schedules meet business needs / objectives.
• Engage physicians, patients, sales reps, marketing, and others to collect feedback for devices under development.
• Deliver meaningful innovation and create novel intellectual property submissions.
• Deliver designs that meet goals for performance, standards, manufacturability, reliability, and cost.

Required qualifications :

Preferred qualifications :

Requisition ID :   613067

Minimum Salary : $99100

Maximum Salary : $188300

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE : BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and / or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.