Valid8 Financial, Inc.
Associate Manager, Engineering
Valid8 Financial, Inc., Leesburg, Virginia, United States, 22075
Location: Allendale, NJ or Leesburg, VA
Company: VB Spine
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At VB Spine, you’ll be part of a mission-focused team that supports surgeons during life-changing spinal procedures. We’re looking for a passionate engineering leader who can develop talent, drive product innovation, and guide complex cross‑functional teams from concept through launch. This is a high‑impact role where your leadership will directly influence the next generation of spinal solutions.
What You’ll Do
Manage and develop engineers, designers, project managers, and/or multifunctional teams to advance projects through design, development, and market launch
Coach and mentor direct reports, including annual performance reviews
Oversee resource planning for personnel, equipment, and project allocation
Gather input from surgeons and sales reps to support product design and evaluation
Apply advanced knowledge of surgical procedures to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs
Lead and/or participate in cross‑functional design teams and large project initiatives
Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Program Management
Contribute to product development from concept through release
Participate in and lead design reviews
Develop and manage key metrics and reporting for leadership
Approve verification and validation activities for new designs
Review and approve test protocols and reports
Support regulatory submissions including 510(k), PMA, and CE Mark
Prepare and review information for patent applications
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency
Ensure alignment with customer needs, market dynamics, and competitive offerings
Mentor others in industry standards, design requirements, and testing strategies
Lead creation and refinement of engineering documentation, including Design History Files
Enforce adherence to R&D procedures such as design controls and risk management
Maintain strong working relationships with Spine R&D, other divisions, and external partners
Develop and manage departmental budgets and spending
What You Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related), Master’s preferred
6+ years of engineering experience, ideally in the medical device industry
Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Proven success in bringing products from concept to market
Experience managing multiple technology projects simultaneously
Expertise in orthopedic or spine product functionality, clinical use, and performance requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing
Experience working with FDA, EU, and international regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate complex technical information and collaborate with surgeons, engineers, and operations teams
Experience working with remote or cross‑site teams a plus
Familiarity with parametric CAD systems (ProE, Creo, SolidWorks preferred)
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds; standard office/engineering environment
Why VB Spine? We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, you’ll join a high‑performing engineering team, gain access to peer and executive mentorship, and help shape the strategy behind next‑generation spinal solutions. This role offers the opportunity to significantly influence innovation, product quality, and organizational capability.
Compensation Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, with additional factors like location, qualifications, and performance taken into account. Typical pay range: $140,000.00 – $155,000.00 annually, plus bonus eligibility. Final compensation varies based on experience, skillset, and market conditions.
Benefits Include
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Ongoing training and professional development
Significant opportunity for growth within a fast‑paced, innovative company
Self‑Identification (Optional) We invite you to complete the optional self‑identification questions below used for compliance with government regulations and record‑keeping guidelines. Any self‑identification information provided will not be considered in the selection process.
GENDER Male Female Nonbinary I do not wish to self‑identify my gender
ETHNICITY American Indian/Alaska Native (Not Hispanic or Latino) Asian (Not Hispanic or Latino) Black/African American (Not Hispanic or Latino) Hispanic/Latino Native Hawaiian/Other Pac Island (Not Hispanic or Latino) White (Not Hispanic or Latino) Two or More Races (Not Hispanic or Latino) Decline to Specify
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by selecting the appropriate category(ies). The hiring employer is subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA) and requests this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts it undertakes pursuant to VEVRAA.
Disabled Veteran Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran Veteran who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized Recently Separated Veteran
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We are required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self‑identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.
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Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At VB Spine, you’ll be part of a mission-focused team that supports surgeons during life-changing spinal procedures. We’re looking for a passionate engineering leader who can develop talent, drive product innovation, and guide complex cross‑functional teams from concept through launch. This is a high‑impact role where your leadership will directly influence the next generation of spinal solutions.
What You’ll Do
Manage and develop engineers, designers, project managers, and/or multifunctional teams to advance projects through design, development, and market launch
Coach and mentor direct reports, including annual performance reviews
Oversee resource planning for personnel, equipment, and project allocation
Gather input from surgeons and sales reps to support product design and evaluation
Apply advanced knowledge of surgical procedures to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs
Lead and/or participate in cross‑functional design teams and large project initiatives
Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Program Management
Contribute to product development from concept through release
Participate in and lead design reviews
Develop and manage key metrics and reporting for leadership
Approve verification and validation activities for new designs
Review and approve test protocols and reports
Support regulatory submissions including 510(k), PMA, and CE Mark
Prepare and review information for patent applications
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency
Ensure alignment with customer needs, market dynamics, and competitive offerings
Mentor others in industry standards, design requirements, and testing strategies
Lead creation and refinement of engineering documentation, including Design History Files
Enforce adherence to R&D procedures such as design controls and risk management
Maintain strong working relationships with Spine R&D, other divisions, and external partners
Develop and manage departmental budgets and spending
What You Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related), Master’s preferred
6+ years of engineering experience, ideally in the medical device industry
Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Proven success in bringing products from concept to market
Experience managing multiple technology projects simultaneously
Expertise in orthopedic or spine product functionality, clinical use, and performance requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing
Experience working with FDA, EU, and international regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate complex technical information and collaborate with surgeons, engineers, and operations teams
Experience working with remote or cross‑site teams a plus
Familiarity with parametric CAD systems (ProE, Creo, SolidWorks preferred)
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds; standard office/engineering environment
Why VB Spine? We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, you’ll join a high‑performing engineering team, gain access to peer and executive mentorship, and help shape the strategy behind next‑generation spinal solutions. This role offers the opportunity to significantly influence innovation, product quality, and organizational capability.
Compensation Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, with additional factors like location, qualifications, and performance taken into account. Typical pay range: $140,000.00 – $155,000.00 annually, plus bonus eligibility. Final compensation varies based on experience, skillset, and market conditions.
Benefits Include
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Ongoing training and professional development
Significant opportunity for growth within a fast‑paced, innovative company
Self‑Identification (Optional) We invite you to complete the optional self‑identification questions below used for compliance with government regulations and record‑keeping guidelines. Any self‑identification information provided will not be considered in the selection process.
GENDER Male Female Nonbinary I do not wish to self‑identify my gender
ETHNICITY American Indian/Alaska Native (Not Hispanic or Latino) Asian (Not Hispanic or Latino) Black/African American (Not Hispanic or Latino) Hispanic/Latino Native Hawaiian/Other Pac Island (Not Hispanic or Latino) White (Not Hispanic or Latino) Two or More Races (Not Hispanic or Latino) Decline to Specify
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by selecting the appropriate category(ies). The hiring employer is subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA) and requests this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts it undertakes pursuant to VEVRAA.
Disabled Veteran Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran Veteran who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized Recently Separated Veteran
Veteran, but not one of the four protected classes above I decline to state my veteran status Not a Veteran
We are required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self‑identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.
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