Electrical Engineer I

Abbott Laboratories; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join their Cardiac Rhythm Management division. In this entry-level role, you'll engage in designing and developing prototype Printed Circuit Boards and tools, while collaborating with senior engineers to troubleshoot and evaluate various projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies that enhance the treatment of heart arrhythmias. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this role is ideal for those eager to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Free medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Recognition as a great workplace

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Minimum of six months relevant experience in PCB layout and construction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop prototype Printed Circuit Boards and fixtures.
• Conduct evaluations, tests, and analyses for feasibility and function.
• Document custom tools with specifications and schematics.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PCB Design

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Job description

locations United States - Minnesota - Minnetonka United States - South Carolina - Liberty United States - California - Sylmar United States - Arizona - Scottsdale

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id 31114440

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Sylmar, CA location in the Cardiac Rhythm Management division.

As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

The Electrical Engineer I performs entry-level activities to design and develop the layout, construction, and evaluation of a variety of prototype Printed Circuit Boards, fixtures, and tools. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective and cost-efficient business practices to execute processes. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and risk management and coordinates solutions for technical and project issues. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises independent judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status.

What You'll Work On

This position:

• Provides supporting services and tooling at the direction of senior engineers and scientists.
• Lays out and constructs a variety of prototype tools and fixtures required for development purposes.
• Conducts evaluations, tests, and analyses related to feasibility and function.
• Performs troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on a variety of breadboards and hybrids.
• Conducts measurements specified in design verification plans, documents and tabulates results, and provides engineering test reports.
• Documents custom tools with specifications, schematics, and mechanical layouts to support document control and tool release.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in electrical/electronic engineering or related engineering field OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• A minimum of six months of relevant work experience in performing the layout, construction, and evaluation of a variety of Printed Circuit Boards, fixtures, and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.
• Demonstrated personal computer skills and ability to perform basic word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities.
• 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 a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

Apply Now

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.

The base pay for this position is $72,100.00 – $114,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

DIVISION:

CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

LOCATION:

United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

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)

About Us

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.