Manufacturing Automation Engineer I

Abbott; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Education benefits

Job summary

Abbott in Scarborough, ME, seeks a Manufacturing Automation Engineer I to support the Infectious Disease Diagnostics division. The role focuses on automation, process controls, QA compliance with FDA/ISO standards, and continuous improvement initiatives in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with engineers and technicians, document procedures, analyze equipment performance, and train staff while upholding cGMP and ISO 13485 practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations.
• Exposure to engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, methodologies, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO, FDA and regulatory policies.
• Support quality processes and risk management.
• Troubleshoot automation equipment and processes.
• Assist with documentation and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.

Skills

cgmp ISO13485

Manufacturing engineering

Regulatory awareness

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

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.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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 a 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 worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The Manufacturing Automation EngineerI works out of our Scarborough, ME location in the Infectious Disease, Diagnostics Division. We’re empowering smarter medical and economic decision-making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott’s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.

The Opportunity

• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.
• Support department by performing related tasks as requested.
• Assistswithevaluatingautomationmachine logic, electromechanicalsystemsand process controls to troubleshoot equipment.
• Assistswithidentifyingrootcauseof manufacturing failures using structured problem solving.
• Assistswith conducting Failure Modes and Effects Analysis and evaluating manufacturing equipment risk.
• Supports design of experiments, validation, completion of testing,and analysis of data for continuous improvement activities.
• Analyzes current equipment for process suitability and provides detailed plans for improvement.
• Supportsother engineers and technicians in developing solutions and improvements in materials, equipment,andprocessesas necessary.
• Supportsthe creationandrevision ofmanufacturing documents, specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety instructions, validation protocols, risk assessments, and procedures and other technical documents to ensure compliant, efficient, and safe procedures.
• Participates in teams as necessary to ensure continual improvement,safety,and compliance.
• Assistswith considering the safety, ergonomic, maintenance and operator impact on manufacturing design.
• Provides training to technicians and operators on Standard Operating Procedures.
• Supportsmanagingchangesthrough Agile PDM.
• Complies withU.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

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiaritywith cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
• Exposure toengineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge ofengineering principles,methodologies,and industry standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience working in a companyoperatingunder ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.
• Exposure toworking in a GMP, FDA, ISO and USDA regulated environment.
• ExposuretocGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
• Exposure tothe application of lean six sigma principles and the DMAIC approachor a similar structuredproblem-solvingsystem.
• Exposure tostatistical analysis software.
• Exposure toMicrosoftSuitessoftware. (MicrosoftExcel,PowerPoint,Power BI,etc.)

COMPETENCIES:

General Competencies:

• Innovative Thinking: Independently generates new, creative, and sometimes unconventional ideas to problem solve or improve current processes and structures while seeking feedback from managers and coworkers.
• Multitasking:Demonstratesthe ability to handle multiple tasks or responsibilities simultaneously by efficiently managing time, prioritizing tasks, andmaintainingproductivity across different activities
• Self-Motivated:Demonstratesa proactive attitude, consistently drives personal and team goals, andmaintainshigh productivity with minimal external supervision.
• Verbal and Written Communication: Effectively conveys ideas in both individual and group settings, adapting style and methods to suit the audience’s needs, both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork and Collaboration:Demonstratesprofessional cooperation by working together harmoniously with others, being an integral part of a team, respecting others’ contributions, and aligning personal goals with those of the team.

Technical Competencies:

• Programmable LogicControllers:Exposure toProgrammable LogicControllersprogramming and troubleshooting. (Allen Bradley preferred)
• Machine Control Systems:Experienceinreading and tracing machine control systems from electrical prints.Ability to troubleshoot simple machine control hardware (relays, fuses, breakers, etc.)
• Schematics:Experienceinterpretingengineering drawings and schematics.
• FabricationPrinciples:Exposure tovarious fabricationprinciples including CNC, lathe, milling, welding, and bolted connections.
• CAD:Exposure tocomputer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing software for designing system layouts.
• Technical Reports and Documentation: Experience in effectively communicating complex technical information in writing for various stakeholders, team members, management, and clients.

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

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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.