• Senior Director of Product Development

    ManpowerGroup (Fridley, MN)


    A very reputable medical device client of ours is seeking a **Senior Director of Product Development** to lead a high-performing team of over 40 engineers, technicians, and managers responsible for developing next-generation medical devices. This individual will provide strategic direction, foster innovation, and ensure the successful delivery of programs from concept through commercialization.

    **Job Title:** Senior Director of Product Development

    **Location:** Fridley, MN

    **Salary:** 185-225k + bonus

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Lead and develop a team of managers and technical professionals across multiple product lines.

    + Oversee the full product development lifecycle—concept generation, design, verification/validation, and transfer to manufacturing.

    + Establish and execute development strategies aligned with company objectives and regulatory requirements.

    + Drive cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams to ensure program success.

    + Mentor and build leadership capability within the management team.

    + Manage departmental budgets, timelines, and resource planning.

    + Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

    + **Minimum 12 years of total industry experience** , with at least **7 years in leadership roles** within medical device product development.

    + Proven experience **overseeing managers and large, multidisciplinary teams (40+ staff)** .

    + Strong track record of bringing Class II or III medical devices from concept through commercialization.

    + Deep understanding of FDA, ISO 13485, and design control requirements.

    + Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and organizational leadership skills.

     

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