Product Development Specialist

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from BioTalent. Medical Device Engineering & Manufacturing Consultant About the Role We are seeking a Senior Product Development Generalist with a strong foundation in medical device innovation to lead early-stage development from concept through to prototyping. This is a non-hands-on, cross-functional leadership role focused on opportunity assessment, concept generation, and technology validation. The ideal candidate brings a biodesign-oriented mindset , excels in cross-disciplinary collaboration , and thrives at the intersection of engineering, clinical needs, and strategy. Key Responsibilities Drive the identification, exploration, and evaluation of unmet clinical needs and novel medical device concepts. Lead technology scouting, feasibility assessments, and early-stage prototyping strategy. Translate clinical and business insights into actionable product concepts. Collaborate closely with R&D, clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams to shape product vision and early development pathways. Guide and influence multidisciplinary teams without direct management authority. Serve as a thought leader in innovation strategy and early product definition. Candidate Profile Education & Experience Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering . Strong track record of success in the medical device industry , ideally across multiple product lifecycles. Demonstrated ability to assess new technologies, guide innovation processes, and translate ideas into validated concepts. Experience working in or with early-stage innovation groups, incubators, or biodesign teams. Skills & Attributes A generalist with depth : technically fluent, strategically sharp. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and rapidly evolving project scopes. Strong communicator, with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical domains. Cross-functional thinker with a holistic view of product development — from engineering through to clinical and market fit. Nice to Have (Not Required) Exposure to AI, data collection, data management, or data analysis in a medical device or healthtech context. Experience with digital health platforms or software-enabled devices. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering, Product Management, and Design Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing This job posting is active. #J-18808-Ljbffr