Lead Manufacturing Engineer: Process Improvement & Quality

Edwards Lifesciences; España; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Spain seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize complex manufacturing processes across sewing, assembly, and distribution. You will apply technical principles and continuous improvement strategies to deliver value and ensure high-quality devices.

The role requires developing experiments, analyzing results, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while communicating effectively in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or scientific field with 4 years of experience
• Master's degree with 3 years experience (or PhD with industry experience)
• Ph.D. or equivalent with applicable industry experience
• Fluent in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of technical principles to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes using SIX Sigma and LEAN methods.
• Develop experiments and tests to qualify and validate processes; analyze results and report findings.
• Analyze and resolve complex manufacturing and compliance issues (CAPA, non-conformances, audits).
• Develop training materials and work instructions for production teams.
• Lead and manage project plans to meet customer expectations and deadlines.
• Oversee manufacturing support tasks; train technicians and coordinate work.
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field

Master's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field

Ph.D. in Engineering or Scientific field

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

CAD

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences in Spain seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize complex manufacturing processes across sewing, assembly, and distribution. You will apply technical principles and continuous improvement strategies to deliver value and ensure high-quality devices.

The role requires developing experiments, analyzing results, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while communicating effectively in English and Spanish.