[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All AbbVie jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/) · [Search jobs](/search/) AbbVie # Sr Techical Leader R And D In Heredia Heredia Province Jid 33707 Senior individual contributor Listed on AbbVie’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on AbbVie’s careers site →](https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/sr-techical-leader-r-and-d-in-heredia-heredia-province-jid-33707) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [AbbVie](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/) / Sr Techical Leader R And D In Heredia Heredia Province Jid 33707 ## Job description Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. ### Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Leads projects in the design and development of Implantable Medical Devices and accessories and related manufacturing processes. The individual designs, tests, integrates, documents and validates new or modified devices and processes. The individual coordinates interdepartmental and or external resources by use of sound project management techniques to achieve companywide objectives. S/he requires an ability to function effectively under compressed timeline pressures and to manage difficult or complex projects. ### KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Comprehends and defines R&D requirements to develop and design new Implantable medical devices and design changes /enhancements for existing products. Assist other engineers for specifying and procuring various components. Provides technical information in the form of written specifications. Designs, tests, documents, implements and validates device designs, equipment and processes. Leads and Assists other engineers for specifying and procuring materials and equipment for the manufacturing site. Support Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, Technical Support departments and contract manufacturers to develop and implement cost effective manufacturing equipment and procedures. Is responsible for transferring of equipment and new processes to the manufacturing site and ensure smooth start up within quality and cost constraints. Assist other engineers to develop and design precision tooling and equipment for assembly of Medical Devices. All other functions inherent to the position such as supporting change control, audits, CAPAs, complaint investigations, Regulatory and Marketing inquiries and related testing or data generation, and other tasks as assigned by the immediate superior. ### Education and Experience Bachelors or higher degree in Engineering or Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related degree. Minimum 9 years of experience in the medical device industry required; or equivalent combination of training and experience is required Advanced degree desired but not required Other Professional Skills: Fluent English Speaker (C1) Knowledge Quality Management Systems/Regulations (GMP, QSR, FDA, CAPA, ISO) Microsoft Office, Minitab desirable, Solidworks or AutoCAD desirable. Medical device, manufacturing experience required, and design control knowledge and development process knowledge are preferred. Knowledge of plastics / rubber parts / silicone design and processing methods preferred. Knowledge of materials design, materials testing, and related physical / chemical characterizations of material properties is preferred. Technical writing skills. Risk Management knowledge including FMEA, desirable. Knowledge on equipment qualifications and process validations. Understanding of the principles of Design for Manufacturability and testability is preferred.Ability to function in a controlled environment regulated by FDA GMPs and handle confidential data required. Ability to work with flexible schedule to meet deadlines Additional Information AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit [https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html](https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html) US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: [https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html](https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days[Apply on AbbVie’s careers site →](https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/sr-techical-leader-r-and-d-in-heredia-heredia-province-jid-33707) ## More jobs at AbbVie ### [2027 Packaging Co Op Jan June In North Chicago Il Jid 30760](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/46e8f1416e61738ca1e3/) ### [2027 Packaging Co Op July Dec In North Chicago Il Jid 30763](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/7bf66ef1be5c68d1a9d1/) ### [Account Specialist Anti Infectives Minneapolis Mn In Minneapolis Mn Jid 31631](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/eeb094b4bb6670573913/) ### [Account Specialist Anti Infectives Nashville Tn In Nashville Tn Jid 27675](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/404bbdae7258b9637b69/) ### [Account Specialist Anti Infectives San Jose Ca In San Jose Ca Jid 28274](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/ec31bb3c3a2b31a33bfd/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Heredia Senior Python And Kafka Engineer H](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fujitsu/jobs/945ab23aec378db2de51/) Fujitsu ### [Reliability Leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/totalenergies/jobs/064b1d15c15964b8e238/) TotalEnergies ### [team leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/richemont/jobs/0a33eadc2383386fda16/) Richemont ### [Installation Team Leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/bbad42483f3e24bc1b21/) Siemens ### [Testing Team Leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/dd720c1cb9d185500447/) Siemens OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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