Principal Continuation Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

MicroTransponder Inc. has developed the Paired Vagus Nerve Stimulation Platform (Paired VNS Platform) based on decades of neuroscience research. The Vivistim System, for improving stroke survivors' hand and arm function, is the first FDA-approved system on the platform.

The Principal Continuation Engineer’s primary responsibilities are managing and executing continuation activities and supporting project teams by providing project coordination and tracking. This position will work closely with quality, operations, regulatory, and external contract manufacturers to ensure products are developed and supported and adhere to design controls, applicable standards, and regulations.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Manage and execute continuation activities for internal and contract manufacturer changes and projects. This may include managing a team and/or being an individual contributor as required by the task.
2. Perform project management activities for product development project leader and continuation activities.
3. Execute as technical lead on projects and/or deliverables not requiring a larger project team. This may include identifying requirements, tasks, schedule, budget and completing these deliverables with minimal external support.
4. Oversee and technically support contract manufacturers to ensure product availability and business continuity.
5. Grow and manage a small team in tandem with the growth of the company.
6. Provide direction and manage contract manufacturers on manufacturing-related product development and continuation projects and activities.
7. Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes for current programs and next-generation programs to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company. Prepare reports, publish, and make presentations to communicate findings.
8. Responsible for creation and execution of project plans to support Product Development and Continuation. Project planning may include task scheduling, resource management and budgeting.
9. Prepare technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
10. Manage and prioritize project activities, define and obtain appropriate resources, and track project team execution against project deliverables.
11. Provide technical supervision and mentorship to lower-level engineers and direction to other technical personnel including external contractors as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or 7+ years of relevant experience in a related discipline required.
• Experience in engineering roles within the medical device industry required.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing and vendor management required.
• SME medical industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency with computer operations, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• Competency with Smartsheet or other project management tool.

POSITIONAL COMPETENCIES

1. Teamwork – ability to work with all functions within an organization.
2. Integrity – handle confidential information in an effective manner.
3. Innovation – able to switch gears when the business requires it.
4. Leadership – ability to lead by example. Establish credibility within the organization and lead others when warranted.

LOCATION

The employee will be based full-time on-site at the Minneapolis, MN, MicroTransponder Operations Center. Travel will be required to new and current suppliers, company office in Austin, TX and other locations as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to reach; talk or hear in a standard office environment and independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Ability to travel by car or airplane independently and work after hours as required by travel schedule or business issues.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this position. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. The incumbent will perform all other duties and tasks as assigned, for example but not limited to covering for colleagues during their absence, or cross-functional work as needed.

MicroTransponder, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. MicroTransponder, Inc. is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

MicroTransponder provides a comprehensive benefits program to employees. It includes medical, dental and vision plans along with an FSA. Employees may participate in the company 401(k) plan with company matching. The company offers an unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) program and approximately 15 paid company holidays per year.