Menschen Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Website:
menschen.co.in
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/menschen-consulting-pvt-ltd-
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Job details:
Position Summary
The Senior Manager – R&D will lead the company's research, product development, material innovation, and technology advancement initiatives across silicone, elastomer, thermoplastic, and biopharma product portfolios. The role will drive new product development, process innovation, regulatory compliance, customer-specific solutions, and commercialization of advanced polymer technologies.
The incumbent will collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Production, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Global Customers to develop innovative products that strengthen company market leadership.
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## Key Responsibilities
### Strategic Leadership
* Develop and execute the R&D roadmap aligned with business objectives.
* Identify emerging technologies, materials, and market opportunities.
* Lead innovation projects focused on healthcare, biopharma, medical devices, and industrial applications.
* Drive intellectual property creation, patents, and proprietary product development.
### New Product Development (NPD)
* Lead end-to-end product development from concept to commercialization.
* Develop silicone tubing, hoses, gaskets, seals, single-use assemblies, molded and extruded polymer components.
* Design customized solutions based on customer requirements and industry standards.
* Manage prototype development, testing, validation, and scale-up activities.
### Material & Process Innovation
* Research and evaluate new polymer materials, formulations, and compounds.
* Improve product performance, durability, biocompatibility, and process efficiency.
* Work on cost optimization through material engineering and process improvements.
* Develop innovative solutions for regulated industries.
### Customer & Technical Support
* Provide technical leadership during customer discussions and audits.
* Support Sales and Business Development teams with technical presentations and product demonstrations.
* Address complex customer technical challenges and application requirements.
* Collaborate with global customers for product customization and qualification projects.
### Regulatory & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with:
* FDA
* USP Class VI
* ISO 10993
* BPOG
* ISO 13485
* Pharmaceutical and Biopharma standards
* Support regulatory submissions, validations, and documentation.
### Team Management
* Lead and mentor R&D scientists, engineers, and laboratory personnel.
* Establish KPIs and development plans for the R&D team.
* Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
### Project Management
* Manage multiple R&D projects with defined timelines and budgets.
* Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams.
* Monitor project milestones and commercialization readiness.
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## Educational Qualifications
* M.Tech / M.E. / B.Tech in Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Technology, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
* Ph.D. in Polymer Science or Materials Technology preferred.
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