The R&D Program Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing catheter or implantable device projects on time, within budget, and within scope. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
What You’ll Work On
Key Responsibilities
Drive product development execution with a cross-functional team to achieve project contract deliverables (product, features, COGS, timeline, capacity, etc.)
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables from concept through commercialization in collaboration with stakeholders
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets with input from the cross-functional team
Monitor progress, track milestones, and adjust plans as needed
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies while ensuring timely escalation and resolution.
Manage project resources effectively, including personnel and budget
Balance development speed with feature scope while meeting Abbott’s high quality expectations
Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders and leadership
Ensure alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, and best practices
Facilitate meetings, maintain documentation, and ensure project governance
Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and process optimization
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of leadership experience in a medical device, biomedical or high technology industry
Minimum 4+ years of project management experience
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with budgeting and financial tracking
Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint)
Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or advanced degree(s) in Engineering, Sciences, Business Administration or related discipline
Experience in Medical Device industry, with project management experience
Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
Key Competencies
Leadership and team collaboration
Strategic thinking and decision-making
Time management and prioritization
Risk management
Communication
Attention to detail
Adaptability and resilience
Self-Starter
Success Metrics
On-time and on-budget project delivery
Stakeholder satisfaction
Quality of deliverables
Effective risk mitigation
Team performance and engagement
What We Offer
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
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The base pay for this position is $113,300.00 – $226,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
