Manufacturing Automation Engineer I

SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening); Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott's Scarborough, ME site is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer I to support manufacturing process improvements, quality/cost savings, and compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485. The role focuses on enhancing automation, equipment evaluation, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing line.

You will analyze automation systems, perform root cause analysis, support risk assessments, design experiments, validate data, and help create SOPs and manufacturing documents to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485.
• Exposure to engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing processes improvements and quality/cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and revise manufacturing documents, SOPs, risk assessments, and validation protocols.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

ISO 13485 knowledge

Manufacturing process improvement

Root cause analysis

DMAIC problem solving

Excel

Power BI

AGILE PDM

PLC programming experience

CAD

Schematic interpretation

Machine control systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

CAD

Schematic reading

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 Manufacturing Automation Engineer I 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

The Manufacturing Automation Engineer I will be responsible for supporting manufacturing processes improvements, quality/cost savings initiatives while assuring compliance with cGMP, quality, and safety standards.

• 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.
• Assists with evaluating automation machine logic, electromechanical systems and process controls to troubleshoot equipment.
• Assists with identifying root cause of manufacturing failures using structured problem solving.
• Assists with 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.
• Supports other engineers and technicians in developing solutions and improvements in materials, equipment, and processes as necessary.
• Supports the creation and revision of manufacturing 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.
• Assists with considering the safety, ergonomic, maintenance and operator impact on manufacturing design.
• Provides training to technicians and operators on Standard Operating Procedures.
• Supports managing changes through Agile PDM.
• 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a company operating under ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.
• Exposure to working in a GMP, FDA, ISO and USDA regulated environment.
• Exposure to cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
• Exposure to the application of lean six sigma principles and the DMAIC approach or a similar structured problem-solving system.
• Exposure to statistical analysis software.
• Exposure to Microsoft Suites software. (Microsoft Excel, 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: Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks or responsibilities simultaneously by efficiently managing time, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining productivity across different activities
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrates a proactive attitude, consistently drives personal and team goals, and maintains high 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: Demonstrates professional 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 Logic Controllers: Exposure to Programmable Logic Controllers programming and troubleshooting. (Allen Bradley preferred)
• Machine Control Systems: Experience in reading and tracing machine control systems from electrical prints. Ability to troubleshoot simple machine control hardware (relays, fuses, breakers, etc.)
• Schematics: Experience interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.
• Fabrication Principles: Exposure to various fabrication principles including CNC, lathe, milling, welding, and bolted connections.
• CAD: Exposure to computer-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.

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

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers

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.