Robert Hieber

About Robert Hieber

As the Director of Engineering at Philips, I lead a team of engineers and technicians in developing innovative and user-friendly solutions for sleep and diagnostics products. With 30 years of experience in all phases of product development, with significant experience in the hospital and health care industry, I have a strong background in medical devices, consumer electronics, plastics, manufacturing and root cause analysis.My mission is to improve the quality of life and health outcomes for customers and patients by delivering reliable, safe, and effective products. I have certifications in RJG MasterMolder and Six Sigma, and I leverage my experience in design, development, manufacturing, and product demonstration to create and communicate the value of our products. I also collaborate with cross-functional teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure the alignment of our product development goals and strategies.

Experience

1. Category Engineering Director - Patient Interfaces

   Philips

   Aug 2024 — Present · Murrysville, PA, US

   In my role at Philips, I bridge the gap between research and development and commercial needs, ensuring that our innovations in patient interfaces meet market demands. I lead a dedicated team of program managers who drive new product introductions, fostering collaboration and alignment across departments. My focus is on delivering impactful solutions that enhance patient care and experience.

Education

• Penn State University

  MBA, Business

  2007 — 2009

• Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus

  BS, Plastic Engineering Technology

  1989 — 1994

• Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus

  Associate, Mechanical Engineering Technology

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Plastics
• Engineering Management
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Research and Development (R&D)
• Injection Molding
• Continuous Improvement
• Product Development
• Testing
• Moldflow
• Packaging
• Extrusion
• R&D
• Fmea
• Spc
• Molding
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Fmea)
• Design for Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Product Design
• Root Cause Analysis
• Six Sigma
• Medical Devices
• Design of Experiments
• Manufacturing
• Lean Manufacturing
• Statistical Process Control (Spc)