Senior Project Manager R&D

Air Liquide Medical Systems srl, part of the Air Liquide Group, is the business line of the Air Liquide Healthcare Division dedicated to Medical Devices. Air Liquide Medical Systems deals with medical devices for the treatment of respiratory diseases. The company develops, manufactures and sells innovative products in three areas of respiratory medicine: Ventilation (ventilators and patient interface devices such as masks for intensive care, emergency treatment, transport and home therapy); aerosol therapy devices; and devices for the emanation of medical gases.

We are looking for an engineer with product development and project management skills to join an R&D team focused on medical device innovations. The role involves design of cutting‑edge products in a dynamic engineering team and contribution to the product development process.

Responsibilities

• Improve product development process by reducing time‑to‑market and driving efficiency.
• Translate market insights and user needs into comprehensive technical specifications and product roadmaps.
• Lead the definition of patient‑centric product requirements to enhance ergonomics, comfort, and clinical efficacy.
• Execute detailed techno‑economic feasibility analyses to ensure product viability and strategic alignment.
• Contribute to the company’s IP portfolio through the generation of patentable engineering solutions.
• Reduce production costs by implementing strategic DTC methodologies without compromising medical‑grade quality.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s safety standards and ensure products are user and environment friendly.
• Manage relationships with suppliers to realize prototypes with the latest additive manufacturing technologies.
• Analyze prototypes, data and perform tests as needed.
• Manage documentation of new and revised 3D designs and write detailed reports.
• Assess quality control on components and prepare check‑lists.
• Develop technical documentation according to Medical Devices EU regulations to attain CE certification.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years of experience in design and development of masks for ventilation and sleep apnea treatment.
• Master’s degree in mechanical, biomechanical, biomedical or material engineering.
• Previous experience in R&D teams developing medical devices.
• Good understanding of safety standards and environmental and ergonomic impact of a design.
• Basic knowledge of design of injection moulds for engineering polymers and elastomers.
• Ability to report in front of management; strong communication skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Valid driving licence.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background.