Senior Group Leader - Systems Engineering

Overview Position Summary: The Senior Systems Engineering Group Leader is responsible for assigning and overseeing the practical application of technology across multiple programs while ensuring adherence to common system architecture for Class II and Class III medical device programs. The role serves as both a technical authority and people leader, requirement management, risk management, verification and validation activities, guiding system integration, and cross-functional execution. The annual base salary range for this role is currently $160,000 to $190,000. This is a bonus-eligible position. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs. This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Responsibilities Key Accountabilities Essential Functions: Lead design inputs and design outputs for Class II and Class III medical devices, including Requirements Management, Risk Management, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Traceability. Own product reliability strategy and execution across the product lifecycle. Lead system integration, verification, and validation strategies. Create development plans, protocols, and validation documentation. Collaborate across Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Quality, Regulatory, and Project Management teams. Drive technical decisions, project execution, and team development. Serve in a player-manager capacity, directly leading and developing a five-member systems engineering team while contributing technically to key programs. Serve as a technical authority for coagulation programs and system architecture. Skills & Capabilities: Demonstrated leadership of requirement management, risk management, system integration, verification, and validation activities. Strong understanding of FDA regulations, quality systems, and product development lifecycles. Expertise in Waterfall and Agile methodologies. Experience with requirements management, risk management, and V&V methodologies. Medical device design controls knowledge (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601). Familiarity with JAMA, DOORS, or similar requirements tools. Excellent communication, mentorship, prioritization, and problem-solving skills. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Systems, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline. 15 years of relevant engineering experience; 10 years with advanced degree. International Mobility: Required: No Travel requirements: Closing Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNAVAILABLE