Technical Lead

About Convatec

**About the role**

**Main responsibilities**

The technical lead is responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks:

- Lead technical oversight of injection mold tool design, fabrication, and qualification to meet stringent medical device standards.
- Ensure process control and consistency, including mold performance, dimensional accuracy, and material compatibility.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing) to align tooling solutions with product requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during mold trials, validation, and production ramp-up.
- Review and approve mold designs, ensuring manufacturability, longevity, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Support validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and documentation for regulatory submissions.
- Drive continuous improvement in tooling performance, cycle time, and defect reduction.
- Liaise with external toolmakers and suppliers, ensuring technical requirements are clearly communicated and met.
- Maintain technical documentation, including mold specifications, change records, and maintenance logs

Deep expertise in injection mold tooling, including design, fabrication, and optimization for high-precision medical components.
- Hands-on experience with mold validation and troubleshooting, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Strong knowledge of medical-grade polymers and their behavior during molding processes.
- Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools, such as SolidWorks, NX, and Moldflow, for design review and analysis.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards, including ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, and validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and external toolmakers.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills, especially for technical reports, change control, and audit readiness.
- Track record of continuous improvement, with exposure to lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

**Qualifications/Education**
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, plastics engineering, or a related technical field.
- Extensive hands-on experience with injection mold tool design, fabrication, and troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of medical device regulations, including ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, NX) and mold flow simulation tools.
- Knowledge of validation protocols, including IQ/OQ/PQ and documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with materials science, especially medical-grade polymers and their molding behavior.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities, especially when working with cross-functional teamsand external toolmakers.
- Continuous improvement mindset, with training in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma being advantageous

Fluent English level

**Travel Requirements**

Position may involve travel up to 15% of the time, mostly within overseas but Europe travel is expected. Most trips will include overnight travel.

**What you’ll**g**et**
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Training & development
- Collaborative, supportive culture

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