Senior Manager, Engineering Flexible Endoscopes and Charlton CoE Lead

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About the Role Senior Manager, Engineering – Flexible Endoscopes & Charlton CoE Lead This role leads the KARL STORZ Development Engineering group focused on flexible endoscopic products, overseeing design, development, and lifecycle management. The position ensures high-quality product design, compliance with standards, and successful execution from concept through production, while also serving as a key liaison across R&D, production, and product management. Key Responsibilities: - Lead design, development, testing, and manufacturing transition of flexible endoscope products - Manage complex R&D projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget - Oversee product improvements, upgrades, and cost reduction initiatives - Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and internal quality standards - Provide leadership, coaching, and development for engineering team members - Collaborate cross-functionally with production, technical teams, and product line management - Serve as Charlton CoE Lead, including oversight of electronics and sterilization leads - Act as site lead and audit contact for US R&D operations - Support risk management activities to ensure safe and compliant product releases...