Principal Mechanical Engineer

Abbott Laboratories; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Alameda, CA seeks a recognized expert in mechanical design engineering to lead new product development and design transfer, resolving complex technical issues and guiding cross‑functional teams. You will specify and validate designs, manage projects, and mentor the engineering team while ensuring compliance with FDA medical device standards and quality systems.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, at least 10 years of experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years related experience in engineering.
• Strong technical experience in mechanical engineering with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of regulations for medical device development (ISO15197, ISO134851, ISO13485, FDA) desired.
• Extensive understanding of processes and materials used in the development and manufacturing of medical devices is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, verify and validate new mechanical designs, in accordance with applicable medical regulatory standards.
• Support high‑level technical investigation of manufacturing line issues.
• Develop technical project plans and schedules covering all engineering activities and SOP requirements.
• Lead the development of product specifications, FMEAs, DOEs, verification and validation protocols and plans.
• Manage resources, create project schedules and set budgets.
• Communicate effectively and participate in cross functional development teams.
• Participate in technical design reviews of mechanical design, hardware, PCBA interface, mechanical assemblies, production processes, product design and requirements documents.
• Write, submittal, and approval of Engineering Changes, as required.
• May review and approve ECs.
• Act as independent reviewer on programs in which not directly involved.
• Ensure the quality system effectiveness is maintained.
• Ensure product designs, components and materials meet all applicable standards.
• Comply with Corporate and Divisional Policies.
• Develop and execute of new medical devices, processes, equipment, materials, verification and validation.
• Implement approved Design Control procedures for product development per FDA guidelines.
• Provide mentoring, technical guidance for mechanical engineering team.

Skills

Mechanical design

New product development

Design transfer

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Opportunity: This position will be on‑site at our Alameda, California location. Recognized expert with broad expertise in mechanical design engineering, new product development and design transfer with responsibility for resolving significant technical issues as well as providing direction for new technology and product development activities with a broad impact to the company goals. Works on the design and development of significant new products. Key decision‑maker in identifying areas of technology for potential implementation into our products and processes. Leads the technical supervision and project management of complex engineering projects and activities. Develops networks involving cross‑functional and cross‑departmental groups (Operations, Marketing, Quality, Regulatory) as well as communication to senior and executive management.

What you will do

• Specify, design, verify and validate new mechanical designs, in accordance with applicable medical regulatory standards.
• Support high‑level technical investigation of manufacturing line issues.
• Responsible for the development of technical project plans and schedules covering all engineering activities, meeting all design control and product development SOP requirements Works in the development and management of resource plans, budgets, schedules, etc.
• Lead the development of product specifications, FMEAs, DOEs, verification and validation protocols and plans.
• Responsible for managing resources, the creation of project schedules and setting and maintaining budgets.
• Communicates effectively and participates in cross functional development teams.
• Participates in technical design reviews of mechanical design, hardware, PCBA interface, mechanical assemblies, production processes, product design and requirements documents.
• Writing, submittal, and approval of Engineering Changes, as required.
• May review and approve ECs.
• Act as independent reviewer on programs in which not directly involved.
• Responsible for utilizing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Ensure that product designs, components and materials meet all applicable standards.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies.
• Development and execution of new medical devices, processes, equipment, materials, verification and validation.
• Implement approved Design Control procedures for product development in accordance with FDA guidelines.
• Provide mentoring, technical guidance for mechanical engineering team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering or scientific discipline. Master’s degree is preferred. Minimum 10 years related experience in engineering. Strong technical experience in mechanical engineering, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent knowledge of general engineering principles. Extensive knowledge of regulations for medical device development (ISO15197, ISO134851, ISO13485, FDA) desired. Extensive understanding of processes and materials used in the development and manufacturing of medical devices is ideal.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience in all of the following: Performing complex engineering calculations and relating results to controlled tests, including statistical analysis, tolerance analysis. Working in a development environment with an emphasis on medical device product development. Writing product requirements and design specifications. Supporting equipment/facility/process commissioning and validation required. Working on a development team with an emphasis on minimizing time to market. Design for manufacture of low‑cost, high‑volume disposable products. Extensive knowledge and understanding of GxP, ISO and medical device regulations and the development and implementation of new products in a regulated environment desired. Extensive experience working in cross‑functional team environments is required.

Salary

The base pay for this position is $130,700.00 – $261,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family & Location

JOB FAMILY: Product Development DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 20 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Equal Opportunity

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

About Abbott

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.

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