CTO - Medical Device (contract to FT)

About the CompanyThe company is developing a novel medical device product in the wound care space and is looking for an Engineering Manager to assist with engineering and project management efforts during the proof-of-concept phase as a consultant, and then to lead formal product development and engineering efforts in a full-time capacity. This is a unique opportunity to join an early-stage medical device venture!About the RoleCTO – Medical DeviceLocation: Cleveland, Ohio (on-site)Position: Consultant (with planned transition to full-time)Company Status: Early StageReports to: PresidentResponsibilitiesLead development through design, verification, validation, clinical studies, and commercializationDevelop and manage project plans, milestones, and critical development timelinesDrive cross-functional coordination across engineering, regulatory, clinical, and manufacturing partnersReview and guide system architecture, electronics design, database design, and technical risk mitigationCollaborate with R&D scientistsProvide engineering oversight of external product development partners and contract engineering firmsQualificationsRequired: Bachelor of Science in Electronics or BioMed Engineering8+ years of medical device product development through commercialization experienceStrong project and program management skillsEffective management of external engineering partnersUnderstanding of sensor-based electronic systems and database constructionPreferred SkillsExperience with gas/chemical sensors, or related detection technologiesStartup or early-stage company experienceAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering or related disciplinePay range and compensation packageSalary TBDEarly-stage equity participationFull benefits packageWhy Join UsLead development of a novel medical technologyPlay a critical role in bringing a product from concept to marketWork directly with founders and company leadershipBuild and shape the engineering organization in a fast-moving startup