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How much do director medical device product development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director medical device product development in the United States is $163,684.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,500.00 and $185,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Medical Device Product Development vs Product Manager Medical Devices?

AspectDirector Medical Device Product DevelopmentProduct Manager Medical Devices
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire product development lifecycle, manages teams, sets strategic directionFocuses on product planning, feature definition, and market analysis
Required CredentialsEngineering or life sciences degree, experience in medical device development, regulatory knowledgeBackground in engineering, marketing, or life sciences, familiarity with medical device regulations
Work EnvironmentLeadership role in R&D or product development departments, cross-functional teamsCollaborates with engineering, marketing, and sales teams, often in a more tactical role

The main difference is that the Director Medical Device Product Development leads and manages the entire development process and teams, focusing on strategic oversight, while the Product Manager Medical Devices concentrates on product planning and market needs. The director role involves higher-level management and regulatory oversight, whereas the product manager handles day-to-day product features and customer requirements.

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Infographic showing various Director Medical Device Product Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $163,684 per year, or $78.7 per hour.

Medical Device Component Development Engineer

PB consulting

Loveland, OH

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

We are seeking a Medical Device Component Development Engineer to support component development, product lifecycle management, and engineering change activities for regulated medical devices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in design controls, verification & validation, supplier quality, process validation, and regulatory compliance.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Lead component development and engineering change projects from concept to implementation.
  • Manage project timelines, risks, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Support Design Verification & Validation (V&V), test protocols, and technical documentation.
  • Partner with suppliers on component qualification, DFM reviews, tooling, and process capability.
  • Support manufacturing transfer, IQ/OQ/PQ, pilot builds, and production readiness.
  • Apply Design Controls, PLM, ECO/ECN/ECR, Risk Management, and Quality System requirements.
  • Review engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
  • Drive root cause analysis using CAPA, 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone methodologies.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and technical recommendations to stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
  • Experience in Medical Device Component Development or Product Development.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
    • Design Controls & Engineering Change Management (ECO/ECN/ECR)
    • Design Verification & Validation (V&V)
    • ISO 14971, DFMEA, PFMEA
    • ISO 13485 & FDA 21 CFR Part 820/QMSR
    • Supplier Quality Engineering & Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
    • Process Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
    • GD&T and engineering drawings
  • Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams in a regulated medical device environment.
Preferred Skills
  • Medical Device Product Development
  • Supplier Quality & Component Qualification
  • Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
  • Manufacturing Transfer & Validation
  • Root Cause Analysis (CAPA, 8D)
  • Stakeholder & Project Management

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