Job Description

Director (m/f/d) R&D Project Office

Date:

Aug 8, 2025

Location:

Rastatt, DE

Company:

MAQUET GmbH

Remote Work:

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.
Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

We are now recruiting a

Director (m/f/d) R&D Project Office

The position is within Maquet GmbH in the Research & Development department of the Surgical Workflows Business Area at the Rastatt site, with R&D operations in Americas, Europe and Asia encompassing two main groups Surgical Workplaces (SWP) and Infection Control (IC).

Your Responsibilities:

Lead and represent the Project Management Office department, including technical and disciplinary management of the team Lead on Innovation & Digitalization initiatives, supporting the development of its methodologies and processes and developing the existing strategy and action plan together with the present manager Optimize the department's organization in coordination with the R&D Directors for SWP and IC Implement and monitor operational and legal requirements Plan resources and budgets for the department Ensure quality-compliant development of medical devices in accordance with the quality systems and manuals Define, implement, and optimize development processes, methods, and organization, while monitoring the department's work results (including efficiency and quality) and supporting assigned processes Develop and enhance project management processes, best practices, and competencies for the R&D department Ensure employees have the necessary competencies and qualifications Collaborate on project key figures, methodologies and ensure key performance indicators are achieved during implementation Act as a neutral authority to monitor project progress with a focus on processes, in collaboration with the Heads of Design and Development

Your Profile:

Scientific or technical degree or comparable training, preferably with experience in a similar product portfolio or technologies Several years of professional experience with management responsibility in new product development Knowledge of product development theories/models and their management Technical knowledge in the specified area, preferably in medical device development and its regulations Strong understanding of medical device development and relevant product knowledge Knowledge of quality management for medical devices (ISO 13485, Quality System Regulation 21 CFR 820, GMP for medical devices, and the Medical Devices Act (MPG)) Excellent communication and teamwork skills, reliability, leadership, and conflict management abilities Strong analytical and conceptual skills paired with innovation and a goal-oriented, proactive approach Entrepreneurial mindset, project management skills, and presentation abilities Proficiency in English (spoken and written)

We Offer:

High-quality products in a life-saving environment Compensation according to the metal tariff, 30 vacation days per year, and other attractive conditions Flexible, family-friendly working hours and remote work options JobRad and Corporate Benefits (employee discounts) Career opportunities in a renowned company Individual onboarding and training opportunities Modern workplace equipment

About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.



Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



We're happy to answer any questions you might have.

Your contact person: Mr. Aaron Brunsch (Senior Talent Acquisition Partner) // Phone: +49 7471 9973 – 706