Staff Technical Project Manager (Pittsburgh, PA)

Staff Technical Project Manager (Pittsburgh, PA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living!

What will you be doing?

• Project Management & Strategic Planning

  • Act as the project lead for key programs within the Robotics organization comprising of multi-component eletrcomechanical and software systems.

  • Support the full clinical workflow, inclusive of the robotic system and pre-op workflows from a software-oriented, whole-system perspective.

  • Drive strategic program planning across a global Smith+Nephew test organization and with global third party partners.

  • Consolidate program statuses to provide a consistent, authoritative message to the broader Robotics organization.

  Global Coordination & Functional Excellence

  • Organize and coordinate activities between a globally distributed team.

  • Drive team standardization towards measuring project status, defining success, and project dashboards.

  • Mentor and grow junior team members.

  • Help develop and grow the long-term Systems Test strategy and expand relationships with external partners.

  Leadership & Governance

  • Provide high-level technical guidance and clear paths forward for the team during complex discussions.

  • Ensure all programs maintain strict traceability between requirements and results to support regulatory submissions.

  • Define and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement.

What will you need to be successful?

• BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Software, or Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science. MS, PhD, or MBA preferred.

  Experience:

  • 8+ years of experience in delivering medical device solutions to production (5+ years with MS/PhD).

  • Demonstrated experience acting as a lead or TPM for complex system-level projects.

  • Exceptional communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.

  • Authoritative knowledge in SAFe, SCRUM, or related Agile frameworks and methodologies.

  • Understanding of the application of ISO 13485, IEC62304, and FDA QS Regulation 21 CFR Part 820.

  • Experience with product development involving hardware, firmware, and software elements.

  • Experience presenting to executive level management.

  Travel:

  • Travel Requirements: Domestic / International - up to 15%

You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement.

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day.

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles).

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship.

• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.