Materials and Technology Development, Section Lead

About Aerogen:
Headquartered in the vibrant city of Galway Ireland with offices around the world Aerogen is proud to be the world leader in acute care aerosol drug delivery. Recognised through multiple MedTech awards including being named Galway Chamber Company of the Year 2025 and an eleven-time winner of the Zenith Award for Respiratory Care Excellence in North America our employees make a difference to patients lives every day having reached over 30 million patients in more than 80 countries.

Today Aerogen is powered by a global team representing 54 nationalities working together with a shared commitment to improving patient care. Our talented and skilled team collaborate to innovate challenge and test not only in relation to our products but every facet of how we work.

We lead the way by finding innovative solutions to even the most complex problems all in the name of delivering better patient outcomes.

Our business continues to grow rapidly across the globe and as we grow our core culture of We Care universally connects us. We believe that your ambition and integrity fuels ours and we are committed to supporting our employees to reach their full potential through tangible investment in their careers.

Join us as we continue to #discoverbetter.

What is the role
Lead the advancement of next-generation vibrating core technologies combining early-stage product innovation with targeted materials exploration and enabling process development. This role will progress new material options and technology concepts through feasibility within Aerogens stage-gated framework translating promising platforms into scalable high-performance medical device solutions.

What are the key responsibilities
Materials and Process Development
Lead a team in the characterisation design and optimisation of vibrating core technologies with a particular emphasis on alternative materials advanced coatings and manufacturing processes.
Develop and validate new material formulations joining methods and fabrication processes to enhance device performance reliability and scalability.
Introduce and qualify new equipment materials and technologies that improve product capability and process efficiency.

Product and Technology Development
Contribute to project proposals development plans design inputs and verification test strategies across all stages of product development.
Manage the transition of new materials and processes from concept through to pilot production and commercialisation.
Lead technical de-risking of single-sourced critical materials and processes including second-source qualification and supply continuity strategies.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders in R&D Manufacturing Quality and Operations to ensure robust design transfer and manufacturability.
Support the development of intellectual property related to materials and process innovations.

Technical and Regulatory Excellence
Maintain awareness of international standards materials science advancements and medical device regulations.
Participate in supplier selection and qualification for materials tooling and manufacturing processes.

Leadership and Team Management
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and scientists working on materials and process initiatives.
Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.
Conduct regular project reviews to identify risks drive corrective actions and capture lessons learned.
Deliver project updates ensuring alignment with schedules budgets and strategic objectives.

What education and experience are required
Minimum of 10 years experience in medical device process and/or product development.
Materials characterisation experience.
A third-level degree in Materials Chemistry Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline; a Ph.D. is preferred.

What key skills will make you great at the role
Strong technical leadership and project management experience.
Expertise in design verification process validation and regulatory compliance (ISO 13485 FDA CFR 820).
Proficiency in MS Office and engineering tools such as DOE SPC and Minitab.
Excellent communication presentation and documentation skills.
Strong planning coordination and problem-solving abilities.
Experience leading and motivating cross-functional teams.
Analytical mindset with the ability to manage risk effectively.
Deep understanding of biocompatible metals polymers and medical device materials.
Hands-on experience in medical device development from concept to commercialisation.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to quality and detail.
Willingness to travel as required for company business.

What is it like to work in Aerogen
Our purpose is to transform patient lives and our ethos is to#discoverbetter. This also translates to how we look after our people. We want talented passionate and engaged people to join Aerogen and build your career with us. We understand that your life evolves through different stages and we are here to support our global team with a range of financial and non-financial rewards and benefits. Theres something for everyone! Here is an idea of what we offer:
Excellent medical care.
Bonus & Pension.
Aerogen Connect our employee led programme which supports our global teams to unite and have fun.
We pledge 1% of profits and time to charities and organisations.

Aerogen is committed to promoting diversity inclusion and equality in the workplace. If you have any difficulty using our application process please contact us by emailing emailprotected. Please include your name and preferred method of contact.