Joe Friedrich
About Joe Friedrich
Joe Friedrich is the Director of the Program Management Office at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in quality assurance and engineering roles at the company. He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Iowa.
Director Program Management Office at Boston Scientific
Joe Friedrich has been serving as the Director Program Management Office at Boston Scientific since 2018. Located in Marlborough, Massachusetts, he oversees program management operations, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and align with corporate goals. His role involves leadership in strategic planning, resource allocation, and full lifecycle project management.
Previous Roles in Quality Assurance at Boston Scientific
Before becoming the Director Program Management Office, Joe Friedrich held various positions focused on quality assurance at Boston Scientific. From 2014 to 2018, he was the Director of Quality Assurance, leading teams in maintaining high-quality standards. Earlier, from 2012 to 2014, he served as the Quality Director, Cameron Acquisition, focusing on integration and quality control post-acquisition. His tenure also includes roles as Senior Quality Manager (2010-2012) and Quality Manager (2007-2010), building a strong foundation in quality management.
Early Career in Quality Engineering at Boston Scientific
Joe Friedrich began his career at Boston Scientific in engineering-focused roles. Between 2005 and 2007, he worked as a Supplier Capability Engineer and Lean Six Sigma Engineer, where he honed his skills in supplier quality and process improvement. Before this, from 2002 to 2005, he held the position of Supplier Quality Engineer and Component Engineer, working on component quality and supplier relationships.
Educational Background in Business and Engineering
Joe Friedrich holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School Of Management, completed between 2003 and 2007. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, specializing in Electrical Engineering, from the University of Iowa, where he studied from 1996 to 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical engineering and business management.