We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of R&D Engineering to lead global development and sustaining engineering for medical device mechanical products, while serving as the R&D site lead in Ireland. This is a senior leadership job, overseeing a 20+ member team and driving innovation across product lifecycles in the medical device sector. This is a permanent position based in South Dublin with Hybrid working option available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team for injection device R&D.
- Drive project prioritization aligned with business and commercial strategies.
- Build and strengthen core engineering and science capabilities, including V&V, DFMA, and DHF compliance.
- Partner with Marketing, Operations, and Regulatory to deliver continuous product improvements and new developments.
- Mentor and grow future leaders, ensuring strong talent development and retention
- Foster an innovative, collaborative, resilient culture with ambition for technician excellence, results and accountability
Requirements:
- Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Plastics Engineering or equivalent (advanced degree preferred).
- 10+ years’ experience in medical device engineering, injection devices, is highly desirable.
- 5+ years’ leadership experience managing diverse engineering teams.
- Strong track record in product development, regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO), and high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and Design for manufacturability is highly desirable.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly collaborative, with advanced technical and managerial judgment.
- Self-driven, detail-oriented, and results-focused.
- Ability to travel internationally (25%+).
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of innovative medical device products, while leading a high-performing team in a global organisation.
If you're an R&D Manager/ Associate Director and interested in a confidential discussion about this Associate Director job in South Dublin, you can contact Ranait Coughlan.
ranait.coughlan@collinsmcnicholas.ie
(090) 6450664 | (01) 66 200 88