Manufacturing Engineer - Medical Devices (SolidWorks)

Abbott; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Madison, Wisconsin, on site, for an 11+ month assignment. The role involves designing with Solidworks, generating drawings and BOMs, and supporting PLM and quality systems, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet business and customer needs.

Responsibilities include creating assemblies, tolerances, GD&T, and process documentation, addressing failures, and leading improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience, or an Associate degree with 4+ years.
• Prior experience with Solidworks designs, drawing creation, and BOM management.
• Proven ability to drive projects to successful completion.
• Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Create Solidworks designs and drawing files for new and existing products.
• Create Assembly files with complete Bill of Materials.
• Create Drawing files using correct tolerances, including GD&T.
• Support the PLM Vault system and product lifecycle management requirements.
• Help develop and create assembly procedures for new or modified designs.
• Work with external vendors to have prototype parts quoted and ordered as needed
• Support the assembly, testing, and documentation of designs.
• Lead or support Design Reviews, First Article Inspection Reports, and non-conformance investigations as needed.
• Support the part and assembly documentation requirements for the manufacturing and quality systems in accordance with FDA, GMP, ISO, CAP, CLIA requirements.
• Apply defined procedures to execute and document changes to existing equipment.
• Create, document, and execute protocols to support process or part changes.
• Investigate problems, gather facts, analyze data, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Support failure analysis investigations, identify root cause analysis with support from more experienced team members, and develop solutions to resolve quality issues.
• Support the building and testing of custom equipment.
• Provide manufacturing support for the repair center.
• Apply technical knowledge to identify opportunities and recommend improvements to existing equipment and processes.
• Develop implementation plans and execute assigned tasks.
• Lead less complex improvement projects.
• Manage time and competing priorities with minimal guidance from leadership.
• Communicate project status and resource needs; prepare and present reports.
• Follow procedures and maintain detailed records in accordance with FDA, ISO, CAP, CLIA requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a matrix organization.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

Skills

Solidworks

BOM management

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree in Engineering/Technology

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Madison, Wisconsin, on site, for an 11+ month assignment. The role involves designing with Solidworks, generating drawings and BOMs, and supporting PLM and quality systems, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet business and customer needs.

Responsibilities include creating assemblies, tolerances, GD&T, and process documentation, addressing failures, and leading improvement projects.