Project Head, New Product Development - MedTech
About The Position
At Johnson & Johnson, health is everything. The company leverages its strength in healthcare innovation across Innovative Medicine and MedTech to prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases, develop smarter and less invasive treatments, and deliver personalized solutions. Guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson fosters an inclusive work environment that respects diversity and recognizes individual merit. The Surgery team, fueled by innovation in biology and technology, is dedicated to developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, and more personalized surgical treatments. This team delivers surgical technologies and solutions globally, including surgical staplers, clip appliers, trocars, and sealing devices, to treat prevalent conditions like obesity, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Project Head for New Product Development in MedTech. This position is based in Cincinnati and operates on a Flex/Hybrid schedule, requiring 3 days per week on-site. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. The Project Head will report to the PPMG (Product and Portfolio Management Group) and serve as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for all aspects of their NPD program. This role involves driving cross-functional collaboration, building a unified results-driven team, and escalating issues to Platform leadership when necessary. Strong collaboration skills are essential, partnering with R&D, Global Strategic Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance. The role also demands strong technical expertise in medical device development, including a thorough understanding of global regulatory and clinical requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in an engineering or scientific discipline is required
- A minimum of 8+ years of New Product Development work experience is required
- Minimum of 3 years working in a regulated industry experience is required
- A results and performance driven demeanor with strong sense of accountability is required
- Demonstrated success leading regulated programs through market introduction is required
- Proven ability to lead and influence across a complex, matrixed organization is required
- Strong capability in strategic planning, execution, and operational excellence is required
- Demonstrated effectiveness in change leadership and navigating ambiguity is required
- Up to 20% Domestic and International travel required.
Nice To Haves
- an advanced degree, preferred
- Ability to develop talent, build inclusive team cultures, and drive sustained performance is preferred
- Experience in medical device development, including Class II and/or Class III products is preferred.
- Prior experience leading R&D teams, including direct or indirect people leadership is preferred.
- Strong understanding of global regulatory and clinical requirements for medical devices is preferred.
- Demonstrated technical depth and business acumen supporting strategic decision‑making and execution.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for end‑to‑end execution and delivery of their New Product Development (NPD) program, including scope, schedule, and cost.
- Owns Communication of the program status, including program planning, tracking, and risk management, proactively identifying issues, driving mitigation plans, and accelerating progress to meet business objectives.
- Leads cross‑functional program execution as the single point of accountability, partnering effectively with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Finance, and Marketing.
- Establishes and maintains disciplined operating rhythms, including core team meetings and milestone planning, that promote clarity, accountability, and efficient execution.
- Manages the program triple constraint (time, scope, resources) by securing trade‑off decisions, escalating risks appropriately, and resolving cross‑functional challenges.
- Drives decision‑making by developing scenarios, assessing trade‑offs, and clearly communicating implications.
- Champions an inclusive, high‑performing team culture that values diverse perspectives, psychological safety, and shared ownership of outcomes.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available to qualified candidates.
- Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
