Associate Technical Operations Engineer

AbbVie Inc; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking an engineering professional for an entry-level position. The role involves applying engineering knowledge to complete assignments, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with diverse teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)

Short-Term Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• Entry-level position, with less than two years of experience typical.
• Quickly gains knowledge of AbbVie processes and policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for compliance with regulations and standards.
• Plans and conducts small-sized assigned projects.
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok.

Job Description

Purpose

Describe the primary goals, objectives, functions, or outputs of this position.

An engineering professional who applies engineering and scientific knowledge, mathematics, and ingenuity to complete basic engineering assignments related to a specific technical field or discipline.

Responsibilities

List up to 10 main responsibilities for the job, including accountability and scope:

• Responsible for compliance with applicable regulations and standards for Quality; Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Global Policies; AbbVie Engineering Standards; and other governance areas as applicable. Identifies areas of risk with respect to compliance. Assists in development and revision of procedures and standards.
• Facilitates the definition of a project scope with stakeholders. Converts goals to tasks and steps. Plans own work, manages several, often concurrent, tasks to meet or exceed expectations (cost, quality, time). Participates in basic economic analysis and feasibility studies related to project alternatives under guidance. Shares responsibility for achieving the project’s financial targets in support of business objectives.
• Plans and conducts small-sized assigned projects within engineering specialty requiring conventional plans, investigations, and/or equipment. Implements plans; initiates execution of own work plan; monitors execution for adherence to plan, documents work status, and reports to management. Coordinates with technical support personnel for prototype or experimental runs.
• Assists in training personnel required for facility, process, and equipment operation. Establishes contacts with supervisor, project leaders, and other professionals.
• Remains aware of changing technical and competitive environments related to the business. Participates in or assists with design of products/processes/equipment/systems/facilities by applying standard engineering theories, concepts, and techniques. Investigates, tests, gathers data, performs preliminary analysis, reports findings, and communicates recommendations and action plans.
• Interprets problems and creates or modifies design solutions. Reviews existing layouts and standards and proposes improvements. Applies engineering principles to interpret, conclude, and recommend solutions, considering broad factors. Implements innovations and cost reductions.
• Builds relationships, initiates, and cultivates open, honest relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors. Establishes rapport, understands others’ needs, promotes goals, and follows through on commitments.
• Communicates effectively through verbal, written, and presentation skills to stakeholders and team members, both internal and external. Identifies ways to increase customer satisfaction. Documents agreements and keeps stakeholders informed throughout projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline, or equivalent technical experience with demonstrated competence.
• Entry-level position, with less than two years of experience typical.
• Quickly gains knowledge and understanding of AbbVie processes, policies, and methods. Good human relations skills for coordinating efforts across disciplines.
• Interacts well with diverse groups within engineering and maintains strong internal and external relationships.
• Listens and understands others’ points of view; articulates own perspective tactfully in speech, writing, and presentations.
• Works collaboratively in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Possesses interpersonal skills for negotiating and reconciling differences.
• Recognizes risks versus potential gains of actions.

Key Stakeholders

Engineering Management, Operations Management, EHS Management, R&D Management

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants in locations with pay disclosure laws:

• The compensation range provided reflects the company's current belief of pay for this role, based on job grade. Actual pay depends on factors including location and may vary. The range may change in the future.
• We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
• This role is eligible for short-term incentive programs.

Note: Pay amounts are not considered wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonus, incentives, and benefits are at the company's sole discretion unless paid. The company may modify these at any time.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, innovation, community service, and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

For more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html

Applicants seeking accommodations can learn more at https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html