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マテリアルリインベントプロダクトエンジニア/ Material Reinvent Product Engineer

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A global healthcare solutions company is seeking a Material Reinvent Product Engineer. The selected candidate will lead material sourcing, reformulation, and qualification initiatives to enhance product performance and reliability. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Partner with procurement to identify and qualify alternative material suppliers
  • Collaborate with R&D to reformulate or redesign input materials for improved performance or quality
  • Coordinate with cross-functional global teams to align on project goals
  • Visit manufacturing sites to oversee qualifications and process changes
  • Build strong relationships with third-party and internal manufacturing teams
  • Manage and control confidential information through agreements and secure communication

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in science or engineering domain
  • More than 3 years of experience developing, supporting, or maintaining commercialised products in a private, public, and government setting
  • More than 3 years of experience in product or manufacturing in the medical device industry or healthcare QMS (ISO13485, GMP)
  • More than 3 years of experience in medical device is ideal
  • Experience in coating various materials onto substrates/backings
  • Knowledge of change management is preferred
  • Understanding of qualification procedures (process validation, design verification) is ideal
  • Proficient in written and verbal Japanese and English (TOEIC 730+)

About the Company:

A global leader in healthcare solutions dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative medical technologies. The company delivers a broad range of trusted products and services to support healthcare professionals across hospitals, clinics, and specialised care settings.

Keywords:

製薬, メディカル, サイエンス, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: MEHKKH

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: Engineering Management

Industry: Medical and Nursing

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: MEHKKH-75418A8D

Date posted: 15 August 2025

Consultant: Christopher Moore