Sustaining Engineering Manager Zeltiq Aesthetics, Inc.

Description

Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic leader with great project management skills and a focus on multitasking capabilities. The role is to provide overall leadership and coordination for the company?s portfolio of sustaining projects, and functional management of engineering direct reports. Functions of the job include researching, planning, organizing and execution oversight of engineering projects associated with the company?s proprietary CoolSculpting system. Typically you will be working directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution of projects and assignment of resources. In addition, you will be expected to help analyze field and manufacturing data and propose opportunities to improve quality, cost and reliability on a continuous improvement basis.

We will count on our successful candidate to establish efficient processes and contribute to a reputation for overall product design excellence and quality. We expect a self starter who demonstrates first class leadership and interpersonal skills to drive goals in a dynamic, fast paced and rapidly expanding business environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

Note: The following is meant to be representative but not necessarily all inclusive of the duties and responsibilities for this position title.

Researches, plans, organize and lead sustaining projects through the project lifecycle beginning with an ECR (Engineering Change Request) and ending with implementation to manufacturing.
Supervises sustaining engineering direct reports in electrical and mechanical disciplines, and provides mentoring.
Aligns project priorities to business priorities in conjunction with senior management.
Works cross-functionally with colleagues in Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and with Vendors to assess, plan, prioritize staff and drive projects to completion.
Sets project goals, defines tasks and levels workload across resources. Tracks project progress and reports out to management against schedule and other project goals.
Manages and tracks multiple projects simultaneously.
Develops and tracks project resource plans, including costs, timelines and performance goals.
Works closely with other departments and outside entities, e.g. vendors and contract resources, to ensure projects conform to all regulatory and quality requirements.
Contributes to identifying and implementing process improvements, and drives focus on reliability, compliance and execution excellence.
Stays up-to-date and follows all procedures related to the job that affect quality of products or services provided to our customers.


Qualifications:

BS plus ten years experience in engineering for electromechanical systems, and at least five years in medical devices.
Proven track record of successful project management and familiarity with project scheduling software such as MS Project. PMP certification desirable.
Knowledge of FDA Quality Systems including Design Controls and documentation.


Additional Requirements:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering specifications, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
Ability to write reports, specifications, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients or vendors.
Competent using MS Office including Word, Excel.
Occasional travel (typically

Location:	Pleasanton, CA United States