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Director Medical Device Product Development Jobs in Appleton, WI

A.O. Smith

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

A.O. Smith

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · Hybrid

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

A.O. Smith

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

A. O. Smith Corporation

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

A. O. Smith Corp.

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

A. O. Smith Corporation

Product Engineer

Appleton, WI · Hybrid

New Product Development Support * Support design and development activities for new products ... medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan ...

Pioneer Metal Finishing

Quality Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Engages in product development activities to ensure continued compliance with internal procedures ... medical device or a related industry. An equivalent amount of directly related experience will be ...

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

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director medical device product development in Appleton, WI is $159,711.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,300.00 and $181,000.00 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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Product Engineer - Plastic Injection Manufacturing - Base Salary to 100k/year - Appleton, WI

AllSearch Professional Staffing

Appleton, WI • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Product Engineer - Plastic Injection Manufacturing - Base Salary to 100k/year - Appleton, WI

  • Our client, a well-established global manufacturer, is seeking a Product Engineer to join their engineering team in Appleton, WI. This role will support products throughout their lifecycle, from new product development and mechanical design through production, continuous improvement, and sustaining engineering. Working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, the Product Engineer will use SolidWorks to develop and improve product designs while providing hands-on support within the manufacturing environment. Experience with plastic injection molding is highly relevant, though candidates with engineering experience in molding, machining, or assembly environments will also be considered.
  • The Product Engineer will report to the Director of Engineering and join an engineering team of approximately 13. During the first three months, the role will be approximately 50% office-based and 50% on the manufacturing floor, with additional floor time depending on project needs. Longer term, the position is expected to be approximately 60–75% office-based.
  • Hybrid schedule: After the first 90 days, 2 days/week may be worked from home.

Responsibilities:

  • Support product engineering throughout the product lifecycle, including new product development, sustaining engineering, continuous improvement, product quality, and manufacturing support
  • Develop and improve products and components using SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assemblies, engineering drawings, and design documentation
  • Work directly with manufacturing and engineering teams to troubleshoot product and production issues and implement design or process improvements
  • Support the design, development, and production of plastic injection molded components and products, as applicable
  • Evaluate existing products and designs for opportunities related to cost reduction, value engineering, quality, performance, and manufacturability
  • Provide hands-on engineering support to manufacturing operations, including molding, machining, and assembly processes
  • Maintain and update product designs, drawings, specifications, and other engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle
  • Support the transition of new and modified products from design and development into manufacturing

Qualifications:

  • Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent technical education/experience
  • Working use of Microsoft Office and SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and drawings
  • 5+ years Engineering for manufacturing – molding, machining, assembly
  • Experience working directly within manufacturing or production environments, including manufacturing floor support

Compensation:

  • Base salary up to 100k/year
  • 8.5% annual bonus potential
  • 3 weeks of vacation; Unlimited sick days
  • Hybrid schedule after 90 days: 2 days/week remote
  • Medical, dental insurance, & life insurance
  • Retirement security savings plan
  • Short- and long-term disability programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Highly regarded Global Company

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