Pittsburgh Robotics Network · 1 month ago
NPD Program Director Robotics
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expPittsburgh Robotics Network is a company focused on innovative robotics solutions. The NPD Program Director, Surgical Robotic Applications and Enabling Technologies will lead complex programs from ideation through commercialization, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while working closely with various teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead large scale/complex HW/SW/Systems programs from ideation through commercialization
Create a clear sense of urgency, transparency in reporting, and effective resource management to ensure projects are delivered on-time, at budget, and with high-quality
Apply best practices to ensure delivery of specific projects and on-going releases of SW platforms
Ensure delivery is compliant with all Quality Management Systems and Medical Device best practices
Manage day-to-day project execution including all reporting of progress, risk identification, mitigation planning, and problem resolution
Work closely with R&D and Commercial partners to ensure projects maximize business value per project charter and to develop an overall program pipeline strategy that aligns with key product group strategies and priorities
Form and lead cross-functional new product development teams to deliver project objectives
Foster teamwork within project team and with other groups
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and budgets for assigned projects
Lead tactical project execution
Provide direct and regular communication to senior management on progress, opportunities and issues
Interact with Franchise leadership to help set Franchise direction for product pipeline and product commercialization
Oversee the design and implementation of cloud applications and services
Apply Agile development methodologies and leverage DevOps practices
Collaborate with key project sponsors across the range of cross-functional expertise and competencies necessary for the successful commercialization of prioritized projects
Contribute to monthly Phase Review project governance process and yearly portfolio planning
Routinely report on the status of the project relative to the schedule, budgets, risks, and opportunities
Ensure design control requirements are met for project
Contribute to the Design History File (DHF)
Ensure a quality focus and that customer needs are met
Actively lead development activities for complex electromechanical systems and software development
Facilitate Engineering Design Reviews, Systems Requirements, Vendor Review Meetings, and other cross functional meetings, as needed
Ensure proper documentation of the proceedings and follow up on any incomplete action items
Foster an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement and best practices
Qualification
Required
A minimum 10 years' Program Management experience with a demonstrated ability to influence the organization and process evolution to a future vision of large-scale product platforms
Successful history of large, multi-disciplinary project leadership in a MedTech / medical devices environment, including experience developing Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and Medical Device Data Systems (MDDS), IOT solutions, or complex electromechanical systems such as robotics
Demonstrated experience with Project Management and Agile best practices
Proven organizational change management skills, to be the catalyst for global teams and spearhead the transformation to a fail-fast, learn-fast culture
Excellent negotiation, facilitation, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Innovative, self-motivated, high energy and results driven
Demonstrated ability to build interdependent internal and external partnerships, acting as the mediator between organizations while optimizing the value proposition and global customer focus
Demonstrated success leading cross-functionally without direct line management authority
Executive presentation skills, a collaborative approach, the ability to connect, and the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity including the ability to zoom-in/zoom-out for strategic and tactical, high-level, and detailed discussions
B.S degree in Engineering or equivalent in related discipline: electrical engineering, software engineering, integrated systems engineering, bio-medical engineering, or mechanical engineering
Preferred
Familiarity with FDA regulations and processes
Cloud / Hosted SW project management experience
Technical background in cloud systems
Experience with solutions of this type in the regulated medical field
PMP, Agile/ScrumMaster certifications preferred with demonstrated experience with tool suites and platforms that facilitate these work processes. [Ex: MS Project, Project Server, JIRA, JAMA, Confluence, Sharepoint, Teams, etc.]
Leading projects with mix of local, remote, and offshore contributors is a plus
Benefits
401k Matching Program
401k Plus Program
Discounted Stock Options
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
Paid Holidays
Flex Holidays
Paid Community Service Day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Company
Pittsburgh Robotics Network
An organization dedicated to the growth and promotion of Pittsburgh's robotics companies and research institutions
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2024-10-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Ryan O'Shea
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