Manager, Hardware Engineering

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry.

Leads a small team of mechanical, electrical, optical, and sustaining engineers to develop robust, high-performance robotic exoscope products. This role requires a proven technical leader who can mentor engineers, clarify complex topics, and set clear goals across interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has strong intuition for robotic, mechatronic, and optical systems, along with the ability to operate independently and coordinate effectively with stakeholders.

Medical device experience is strongly preferred, including experience managing products from concept through manufacturing transfer, launch, compliance testing, and regulatory submission.

• Manage the team to develop solutions that meet the defined market and product requirements.
• Manage project/individual contributor tasks per project scope and schedule using Jira or other task management tools. Phase-based development experience preferred.
• Manage engineering documentation system and design transfer to production and/or service. PLM/PDM experience (Arena, Solidworks, Altium).
• Active reviewer of all aspects of design performance, compliance, reliability, manufacturability, etc. (DFx).
• Some level of technical contribution (:10%) is expected in the individual’s area of expertise.
• Solid ability to level and plan resources to balance sustaining and new product development activities and adapt to changing priorities.
• Simultaneously manage multiple internal and external initiatives/projects and deliver to schedule expectations.
• Report on schedule and technical progress of the team to program management, executive leadership, and in quarterly management review meetings.
• Cultivate a milestone-driven culture, in which accountability, high quality standards, and team collaboration are expected.
• Critical thinking and problem solving through leadership and hands‑on management.
• Promote engineering best practices and project diligence in analysis and documentation.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related. Minimum of 6+ years of product development experience and 3+ years engineering management experience.
• Experienced in medical device or other FDA controlled environment, including IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.
• Experience with project management methodologies and best practices.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering concepts and best practices.
• Experience with optical concepts, optical design and camera technology is a nice to have.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to computer systems and electrical devices. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $185,000. Base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus and all applicable company benefits.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

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