Sr. Project Manager

ZOLL Medical Corporation•San Jose, CA

About The Position

At ZOLL, we are dedicated to improving patient outcomes and saving lives through innovative technologies. Our medical devices, software, and related services are utilized globally to diagnose and treat serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions. The Acute Care Technology division specifically develops and delivers lifesaving products and software solutions, including AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, and temperature management solutions, to EMS, hospitals, public safety, and military customers. Employees are committed to improving patient outcomes and providing world-class customer service. The Senior Project Manager, guided by Program Directors, is responsible for the successful execution of product development projects. This role involves planning, coordinating, and leading activities to ensure project goals are met within specified timeframes and budget. The position is technical, requiring an engineering background to manage and contribute to new product development, product line extensions, and sustaining engineering releases.

Requirements

BS degree in Engineering required
5+ years managing technical product development required
Experience with medical device capital equipment development required
10+ years of experience as an engineer developing products, preferably in the medical device industry. required
Experience working within a phase-gate development process required
Knowledge of global standards and regulations for Design Controls, Risk Management, and Electrical Safety for Medical Devices.
Demonstrated aptitude for successfully managing multiple projects, of Varying complexity, within the specified guidelines, timeframes and budgets.
Demonstrated understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering practices at the system level.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) Preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of assigned product development programs in accordance with established processes and procedures.
Lead and motivate cross-functional team performance toward the goal of completing projects according to the defined objectives.
Ability to balance electrical, mechanical, and software development issues at the system level.
Must have the ability to implement projects outside technical area of expertise.
Develop detailed project work plans and schedules.
Manage product requirements and traceability.
Lead design review and risk management activities.
Manage technical partners/ vendors supporting product development activities.
Effectively utilize problem solving skills and techniques to identify potential issues, assess their impact, and develop and implement mitigation and resolution plans and activities.
Employ excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with all levels of personnel and management.
Prepare and/or manage the preparation of all required project documentation.
Facilitate and coordinate project team meetings and management presentations as required.