R&D Project Manager

R&D Project Manager
Charlotte, NC | On-site | Full-time | $100,000–$160,000

A medical device manufacturer specializing in injection molded components needs an R&D Project Manager to own customer programs for Class II and Class III medical devices from concept and feasibility through design transfer and manufacturing launch. You'll be the primary customer liaison, combining technical acumen with disciplined project execution in a regulated CDMO-style environment.

CLASS II/III INTERVENTIONAL MEDICAL DEVICE OR CATHETER MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Relocation assistance available. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What you'll do:

• Own full-lifecycle delivery of multiple concurrent medical device / life sciences programs
• Build and actively manage project plans: scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and critical path
• Act as primary customer contact for status, technical discussions, escalations, and expectation management
• Lead cross-functional teams across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Customer Service
• Drive design control deliverables, stage-gate readiness, and successful design transfer into manufacturing
• Identify risks early; lead structured problem-solving and mitigation with clear ownership
• Own project financials (forecasting, cost control, scope changes) and report KPIs to stakeholders
• Partner with Business Development on proposals, quoting, and seamless handoff into execution

What you bring:

• Class II/III interventional medical device or catheter manufacturing experience (required)
• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering required; Biomedical engineering degree preferred; PMP preferred
• 5+ years engineering experience; 5+ years project management or project engineering preferred
• Strong knowledge of design controls and regulated product development
• Proven customer-facing program leadership and excellent communication/presentation skills
• Ability to drive results in a fast-paced matrixed environment; MS Project or equivalent PM tools

Pay: $100,000–$160,000. Full-time, on-site in Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance available. Visa sponsorship is not available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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