Engineering Technologist I

Baxter Healthcare; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter Healthcare is seeking an Engineering Technologist I in Marion, NC. This role combines technical expertise with project management to improve processes and equipment. You will support engineering services in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring operational excellence in delivering life-saving products.

Benefits

Shift flexibility

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

160 hours of Paid Time Off

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in engineering-related field.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage medium scope projects.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support to maintenance and manufacturing groups.
• Troubleshoots automation and mechanical equipment.
• Manages projects from inception to completion.

Skills

PLC controls troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Project Management

Mechanical/electrical schematics

Strong computer skills

English communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA Degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Job description

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people

You are a problem solver. Complex projects or unexpected challenges are just opportunities to bring your considerable abilities to use. Whether working independently or with a trusted team, you are always ready to tackle a project and work hard to find solutions.

Your talent is needed across a wide variety of industries. As an Engineering Technologist I, you have a wide array of career choices, but are motivated by the opportunity to work in a company that supports innovation, professional development, and a purposeful mission.

Your team

We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to take on sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment.

Our Engineering Team is dedicated to quality. Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and our technical expertise and experience working in a manufacturing environment empower us to meet that challenge.

When you join us, you will work with a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

As an Engineering Technologist I, you will have the opportunity to lead by example, and enjoy mentoring and learning from others. Here, you are trusted to manage your own time and are given opportunities to grow your career as you wish.

What we offer from Day One:

• Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Here, you often have the flexibility to work independently. We provide opportunities for you to continue to learn through various training, conferences, certifications, and support for advanced degrees.

What you'll be doing

• Provides Engineering support to the Maintenance and Manufacturing groups to troubleshoot, and improve/maximize the performance of equipment and processes.
• Electrical – Troubleshoots automation equipment through PLC, servo, robotics, HMI/MMI, and related process control and automation systems.
• Mechanical – Troubleshoots mechanical equipment associated with automation and manufacturing processes.
• Manages medium scope projects from inception to completion. Keeps Engineering and Manufacturing Management informed of progress.
• Installs, validates and put into production equipment modifications and capital projects.
• Performs hardware/software modifications, and documents system functional specification updates while adhering to documentation and change control requirements.
• Electrical - Prepares standard operating procedures for new and existing automation and process control equipment.
• Mechanical - Prepares standard operating procedures for new and existing mechanical equipment related to automation.
• Manages the cost estimating of medium scoped process improvements and medium capital budget items as well as the spending of approved project funds.
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Strong PLC controls troubleshooting/programming experience. Allen Bradley PLC5, SLC500, Logix5000 focus preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills required
• Project Management Skills.
• Ability to read and develop mechanical/electrical schematics
• Strong computer skills with experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, CAD software, and MS Project or related software
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Must have good English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members and leadership.

What you'll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AA Degree preferred, 5+ years experience in related field
• Must be at least 18 years of age

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a base salary range of $68,000 to $85,000, plus an annual incentive bonus, commission target, and equity target. The above range represents the expected base salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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65 Pitts Station Rd|Marion, NC 28752|United States of America