Project Manager – Medical Device

Project Manager – Medical Device – Contract (Irvine, CA)

Akkodis is seeking a Project Manager – Medical Device for a contract position. The ideal candidate will manage project schedules, testing activities, engineering builds, and manufacturing line transfers within a regulated medical device environment.

$43/hour to $47/hour; negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

• Perform project management activities including planning, developing, tracking schedules, and maintaining strong communication across teams.
• Conduct characterization and debugging activities;
  Windchill knowledge is a plus.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional groups to gain alignment on project plans, testing strategies, and product configuration.
• Coordinate with other projects to determine appropriate product configurations for validation and testing.
• Author and lead component development, engineering builds, verification, validation, and related activities through the Ethicon change control system.
• Drive manufacturing line transfer activities including tactical planning and logistics to mitigate obstacles.
• Perform root‑cause analysis and troubleshoot issues occurring post‑transfer.
• Critically review test protocols and test reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Travel to various manufacturing plants to support transfer execution.
• Lead or support other Life‑Cycle Engineering (LCE) projects as needed.

• 4–6 years of experience in project management within medical device manufacturing or regulated industries.
• Strong communication skills, with proficiency in reading, writing, and presenting in English.
• Ability to multitask, retrieve information quickly, and respond effectively to customer requirements.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple project responsibilities.
• Ability to follow complex written procedures and function in a team‑based environment.
• Strong decision‑making ability and situational judgment for problem‑solving.
• Medical device component development experience required.
• Experience with New Product Development (NPD) and medical device regulatory knowledge preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

If you are interested in this role, please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities or questions, feel free to contact Ritesh Kumar at .

$43.00 to $47.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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