Head of Research And Development

3 hours ago

Vapi, Gujarat, India M FAB Orthotics Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Company Description

M FAB Orthotics is an R&D first manufacturer of orthotics with one aim: to help people move better.

Founded by M FAB, a company with over 20 years of expertise in the fabric industry, M FAB Orthotics applies this heritage of material innovation and manufacturing excellence to create advanced mobility and wellness solutions. Controlling every step from material sourcing through design and production, M FAB Orthotics delivers high-quality, customized orthotic supports that prioritize comfort, durability, and performance.

As the
Head of Research & Development (R&D)/ New Product Development

at our Vapi unit, you will spearhead innovation and shape the future of our orthotic products. You will lead the entire product development cycle—from concept and design to prototyping and validation—ensuring each solution combines medical efficacy with user comfort. By driving material research, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and integrating customer insights, you will translate ideas into market-ready products. Your leadership will be central in building a culture of innovation, guiding cross-functional teams, and securing our position at the forefront of orthotics manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Innovation & Product Development:

Lead the design, development, and enhancement of orthotic products such as posture correctors, lumbar sacral belts, and other support devices.
- Research & Material Evaluation:

Identify, test, and validate advanced materials (textiles, polymers, composites) for improved comfort, durability, and biomechanical support.
- Clinical & User-Centric Design:

Collaborate with healthcare professionals, physiotherapists, and end-users to ensure ergonomic, medically effective, and patient-friendly designs.
- Prototype & Testing:

Oversee prototyping, performance evaluation, and clinical validation studies of new products.
- Compliance & Quality:

Ensure products meet medical device regulations, safety standards, and ISO certifications relevant to orthotics.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and marketing teams to align product development with business strategy.
- Team Leadership:

Mentor and manage a multidisciplinary R&D team, fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving.
- IP & Competitive Edge:

Monitor market trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies to guide innovation pipelines and protect intellectual property.

Education and Qualifications

  • B.Tech or Master's in
    Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Orthotics or any related field

.
- Minimum
5 years of experience

in medical devices, orthotics, or wearable healthcare product development.
- Proven track record in
end-to-end product development

, from concept to commercialization.
- Strong knowledge of
ergonomics, and material technologies

.
- Demonstrated leadership in
managing R&D teams

, budgets, and innovation pipelines.
- Familiarity with
prototyping techniques, and product lifecycle management (PLM)

systems preferred.

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