Additive Manufacturing Director

Additive Manufacturing DirectorPatient-Specific Medical Devices | San Antonio, TX | $200,000+ base salary (dependent on experience) | Relocation support availableAn opportunity to build something, not simply inherit it.We are partnering with a medical device manufacturing business seeking a technically accomplished Additive Manufacturing Director to take ownership of a developing patient-specific implant manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas.The facility and equipment are already in place, with Operational Qualification (OQ) completed. The next leader will drive Performance Qualification (PQ), remaining process validation and the transition into a reliable, scalable manufacturing operation.The opportunityYou will own the full patient-specific workflow: translating CT/MRI imaging into segmented anatomy and implant designs, overseeing additive production in PEEK, ensuring traceability and quality, and coordinating the delivery of finished devices back to clinical stakeholders.The initial commercial focus is expected to be foot and ankle, with a longer-term ambition to expand into a broader range of patient-specific applications. You will lead a small existing team comprising a technician, junior engineer and quality engineer, while defining the people, systems and processes needed for growth.What you will bringHands-on experience delivering patient-specific medical devices or implants, ideally across imaging, segmentation, design, manufacturing and clinical handoff.A strong mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering or closely related technical foundation.Experience with medical device manufacturing validation, including IQ/OQ/PQ concepts, process controls and documented evidence of manufacturing readiness.The ability to lead a small multidisciplinary team while remaining close to the technical details.A practical understanding of regulated quality systems, traceability and working with surgeons or other clinical stakeholders.Experience with PEEK or polymer additive manufacturing is highly desirable; relevant patient-specific implant expertise is particularly valuable.Why consider it?This is a genuine build-and-lead mandate: significant autonomy, direct influence over the technical strategy and the opportunity to shape a patient-specific manufacturing platform from its earliest operational stages.Compensation starts at $200,000+ for the right candidate, with relocation assistance available. The final package will reflect experience and scope.Interested in a confidential conversation?Get in touch directly at whollis@kensington360.com to discuss the opportunity and the technical roadmap.