Senior ProcessManufacturing Engineer

In this role you will lead the research development and scale-up of advanced materials manufacturing technologies for next-generation medical devices with a primary focus on innovative syringe coating platforms and complementary advanced materials research. You will identify evaluate and adapt frontier manufacturing technologies from industries such as semiconductor electronics aerospace energy and precision manufacturing for application in healthcare and medical device development. Working across multidisciplinary teams you will drive novel process innovation from laboratory proof-of-concept through pilot-scale implementation by developing robust scalable and reproducible manufacturing processes. You will apply expertise in advanced materials processing surface engineering coatings polymer and thin-film technologies process optimization and analytical characterization to establish the scientific understanding and manufacturing capability required for successful technology addition to leading process innovation you will contribute to broader R&D initiatives in advanced materials and surface technologies generate intellectual property mentor junior researchers and collaborate with engineering manufacturing analytical and product development teams to accelerate the commercialization of innovative medical technologies.

• Lead the research development and scale-up of advanced materials manufacturing technologies with a primary focus on innovative syringe coating platforms and related medical device technologies.
• Develop novel manufacturing processes and surface engineering technologies from laboratory proof-of-concept through pilot-scale implementation ensuring technical feasibility robustness and scalability.
• Identify evaluate and adapt advanced manufacturing technologies from adjacent industriesincluding semiconductor electronics aerospace energy automotive and precision manufacturingfor application in medical device and healthcare products.
• Design plan and execute multidisciplinary research programs in advanced materials processing surface modification coatings polymer processing and functional materials.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes using scientific principles Design of Experiments (DOE) statistical analysis and data-driven decision making to improve process capability reproducibility and performance.
• Establish structureprocesspropertyperformance relationships through advanced analytical characterization and correlate material and surface properties with device functionality and manufacturing performance.
• Lead the design commissioning qualification and continuous improvement of laboratory and pilot-scale manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering analytical sciences manufacturing quality regulatory and product development to enable successful technology transfer and commercialization.
• Provide technical leadership for complex research projects serving as a subject matter expert in advanced materials manufacturing surface engineering and process innovation.
• Identify emerging technologies scientific trends and external collaborations that strengthen the organizations advanced manufacturing capabilities and long-term research strategy.
• Generate intellectual property through invention disclosures patent applications and publication of high-impact scientific research where appropriate.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to scientists engineers research associates and interns while fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Prepare technical reports present research findings to senior leadership and external stakeholders and communicate project progress technical risks and strategic recommendations.
• Contribute to strategic planning and portfolio development by identifying new technology opportunities aligned with organizational research priorities and future manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure all research activities are conducted in compliance with applicable quality systems safety requirements regulatory expectations and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

• M.S. with 8 years or Ph.D. with 3 years of industrial R&D experience in Materials Science & Engineering Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering or scientific discipline.

• Demonstrated experience developing novel materials processing or manufacturing technologies and translating them from laboratory to pilot-scale or manufacturing environments.
• Technical expertise in advanced materials processing surface engineering coatings polymer processing thin films or related advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Proven experience in process development optimization and scale-up using scientific methods and data-driven approaches (e.g. DOE and statistical analysis).
• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical projects and collaborating effectively across research engineering and manufacturing organizations.
• Strong technical communication problem-solving and project management skills.

Advanced knowledge of materials processing surface engineering coatings polymer processing thin films and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Experience developing and transferring novel manufacturing technologies from adjacent industries (e.g. semiconductor electronics aerospace energy or precision manufacturing) to medical device or healthcare applications.
Experience with laboratory-to-pilot-scale process development technology transfer and manufacturing scale-up.
Strong understanding of process optimization Design of Experiments (DOE) statistical analysis and process characterization.
Hands-on experience with advanced analytical and surface characterization techniques and correlating material properties with product performance.
Demonstrated ability to identify emerging technologies and develop innovative technical solutions to complex research and manufacturing challenges.
Experience generating intellectual property including invention disclosures patents and technical publications.
Proven ability to lead multiple research projects mentor junior scientists and engineers and influence technical direction across multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent scientific communication technical writing and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across research engineering manufacturing quality and regulatory functions. #LI-NJ1 #LI-Onsite

• Able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. Position operates in a professional office environment. May stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills make quick decisions interpret data read and write speak in front of groups express and exchange ideas understand direction and adhere to procedures
• Organizational skills will enable planning prioritization and achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities
• Read and interpret data information and documents
• Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
• Must be able to multi-task work under time constraints problem solve and prioritize
• Ability to make independent and sound judgments
• Observe and interpret situations analyze and solve problems
• Able to perform Research and Development lab activities
• Must be able to deal with ambiguity use timely decision making understand sensitivity for IP protection deliver concise presentations to high-profile conferences understand strategic direction make contributions to strategy formation be reliable and have predictable attendance