The Mullings Group is partnering with an emerging medical device client focused on innovative devices for minimally invasive endovascular procedures to find its next Director of Research & Development.

The Opportunity

This leader will unify Advanced Development, New Product Development, and Sustaining Engineering under one vision and operating model. You’ll own the R&D; portfolio strategy, resource allocation, and the predictable delivery of innovative devices from concept through commercialization, working closely with Commercial, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance.

What You’ll Do

- Lead R&D; through managers and senior technical leaders, building a culture of technical excellence and accountability
- Set portfolio priorities and make investment decisions across multiple concurrent programs
- Drive design control excellence and Design History File integrity
- Advance new technologies from feasibility into product development
- Improve execution,



predictability, and cost effectiveness through disciplined governance

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical, Mechanical, or a related field
- 10+ years of product development experience, including significant medical device leadership
- Proven track record taking devices from early research through V&V; and commercialization
- Strong knowledge of design controls, risk management, and ISO 13485, plus Canadian, U.S., and EU requirements
- Experience leading R&D; in a growth-oriented or entrepreneurial setting
- Willingness to travel up to 25% across Canada, the U.S., and internationally

Preferred:

Catheter-based or minimally invasive device experience, electromechanical device development, P.Eng. eligibility, and an advanced degree.

📌 Director of R&D (Toronto)
🏢 The Mullings Group
📍 Toronto