Associate Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Abbott is a global healthcare leader seeking an engineer to provide engineering support for device manufacturing operations. You will develop and implement efficient, cost-effective process improvements and apply engineering principles to technical problems.

The role requires awareness of regulatory requirements and collaboration across teams. The position demands a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 1 year of medical device design/manufacturing experience, with travel up to 5%

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (±16 years) in Electrical/mechanical engineering, material science, or related engineering field.
• Minimum 1 year - Design and manufacturing experience in medical devices.
• Ability to travel approx. 5%, including internationally.
• Experience in matrixed cross‑division environments.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support for existing operations.
• Performs dimensioning and tolerance evaluations on components and tooling.
• Performs electrical analysis of failed components for troubleshooting.
• Oversees device configuration control and updates as required.
• Writes ETRs, memos, Engineering Change Papers, travelers, and procedures.
• Performs process validations on equipment and processes.
• Resolves problems and identifies root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Supports QMS, EMS and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with FDA regulations and company policies.
• Maintains positive communications with staff, customers, and vendors.

Skills

Engineering principles

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life.

You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Working under general supervision, is responsible for providing engineering support to device manufacturing operations. Develops and implements efficient, cost-effective process improvements. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four‑year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises an appropriate level of technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing and coordinating product development engineering assignments. Performs engineering studies. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides engineering support for existing operations
• May perform dimensioning and tolerance evaluations of components, drawings and tooling
• May perform electrical analysis of failed components or devices for troubleshooting and corrective action purposes
• Oversees device configuration control and modifies the configuration as required
• Writes Engineering Test Reports (ETR’s), memos, Engineering Change Papers, creates travelers, and develops written operator procedures
• Performs process validations on equipment and processes as required
• Resolves and/or facilities the resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) in Electrical/mechanical engineering, material science, or related engineering field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Experience/Background

• Minimum 1 year - Relevant design and manufacturing work experience as related to medical devices
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail
• Ability to travel approximately 5%, including internationally

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

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LOCATION: United States > Liberty : 253 Financial Blvd.

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

• WORK SHIFT: Standard
• TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time
• MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable
• SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Work in a clean room environment

The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 – $101,300.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Product Development DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.