Engineering Assoc Manager

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

Responsible for leading manufacturing engineering activities across assigned operations, including process development, process validation, equipment management, continuous improvement, quality system compliance, and operational support. Provides leadership and direction to engineers, technicians, and other technical personnel to ensure achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Leads complex engineering initiatives and cross-functional projects that support operational excellence, business growth, and regulatory compliance.

How You'll Create Impact

Work in collaboration with Engineering Director

Leadership & People Management

• Plan, prioritize, and review work assignments.

• Coach, mentor, and develop engineers, technicians, and programmers.

• Build an engaged, high-performing engineering team.

• Serve as a technical leader across manufacturing operations.

Manufacturing Process Excellence

• Develop, improve, validate, and sustain manufacturing processes.

• Lead manufacturing and End-Of-Line improvements.

• Drive quality, throughput, scrap reduction, and cost improvements.

• Use statistical methods and continuous improvement tools.

• Monitor manufacturing performance.

• Lead | Support VIP & Cost Saving Program across manufacturing sites.

Technical & Engineering Leadership

• Solve complex manufacturing and process issues.

• Lead equipment acquisition, implementation, and optimization.

• Support new product introductions and validation activities.

• Lead large cross-functional engineering projects.

• Strengthen P&PC – Production and Process Controls & Validation Acumen

Quality & Compliance

• Lead CAPA, nonconformance, and change management activities.

• Maintain compliance with GMP, ISO, MDR/MDD, and internal quality systems.

• Support audits and regulatory inspections.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Having at least one year of experience managing a team

• Direct experience in the Medical Device Industry

Your Background

• BA in an engineering or computer science discipline

• Bachelor’s degree in another field with related certifications (e.g. CMM, CQE) plus 5-7 years’ experience in engineering, quality or regulatory compliance role.

• Extensive knowledge of the Quality System Regulation and Associated regulations and standards.

• Experience with control procedures, such as the Change Management System, Nonconformance Reports, Engineering Specifications, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and Work Instructions

• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication exhibiting high-level technical expertise, tact and discretion, and keep management appropriately informed

Physical Requirements

Travel Expectations

Up to 30% to various sites: Dover, OH, Braintree MA, Jacksonville, FL and Norfolk, VA

Salary Expectations:

$110,000 - $135,000 USD

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability