Process Development Engineer I

Integer Holdings Corporation; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + incentive program

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Parental leave after one year

Supplemental life insurance / other to

401(k) with company match

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation in Plymouth, MN is seeking an entry-level engineer to support product and process development under guidance from experienced engineers. You will apply standard engineering methods, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to quality and compliance programs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 0–3 years of experience, with opportunities to develop under skilled mentors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field; 0–3 years of experience.
• Ability to work independently with mentorship from engineers and managers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Team-oriented with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including QMS, FDA regulations and company procedures.
• Select and apply standard engineering techniques to modify existing products and processes.
• Review procedures and evaluate products for failure analysis and improvements.
• Engage in projects to develop and implement new product and process technologies.
• Observe and analyze processes to identify root causes and drive improvements.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Values

• Customer: We focus on our customers’ success
• Innovation: We create better solutions
• Collaboration: We create success together
• Inclusion: We always interact with others respectfully
• Candor: We are open and honest with one another
• Integrity: We do the right things and do things right

The primary purpose of this position is to perform work which involves general engineering methods and tools. As an entry level engineer, you will ensure that Integer’s internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded with the direction, instruction and guidance from more experienced engineers and managers in your organization.

Responsibilities

• You adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• Under the supervision of experienced engineering mentors and managers, you will select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria in making adaptations and modifications to existing products and processes.
• You will review procedures and plans prior to implementation as well as evaluate existing products, processes and materials for failure analysis and potential improvements.
• You will participate in projects that require you to investigate, develop, document and implement new product and process technologies of moderate complexity and scope.
• You will perform work on technical projects where you will follow Integer’s standard quality management and production system methodologies to investigate opportunities for product and process improvements.
• You will apply standard data analysis practices and techniques to establish root cause for product and process failures or to support the justification for improvements to products and processes.
• You will be required to observe products and processes to recognize discrepancies in results and follow operations throughout a series of detailed steps or processes to establish root cause of the discrepancies.
• You are expected to collaborate with others in the exchange of information, ask questions and regularly check for understanding in support of your development as an engineer.
• You embed Quality within the Engineering discipline – “I own Quality.” You are a standard bearer for Quality in everything we do at Integer, by assuring adherence to our Quality Management System (QMS), facilitating and/or contributing to corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to the successful attainment of our quality KPI’s and journey to 5 Sigma.
• You may perform other duties as needed and as directed by your line of supervision.

Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies

• You champion the development of and deployment of the systems and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• You embrace the Manufacturing Excellence culture based on the Integer Production System and its five focus areas:
• Strategy Alignment through Site Hoshin Plans, the regular cadence of Sales, Inventory, and Operations’ Planning (SiOP) meetings, and regular updates to the value stream maps.
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• Standardization through workplace organization & visual controls (5S), Manufacturing Standard Work, and robust training & certification programs.
• Associate Engagement promoted through the adoption of standardized problem solving methodologies, behavior-based safety programs, and improvement idea and suggestion systems.
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How you will be measured

• The specific measures listed below may be subject to change and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list:
• Safety is our highest priority; you will be an active supporter of the Integer Environmental, Health & Safety programs.
• You will have defined Goals and Objectives specifying key projects and expected milestones to achieve.
• Quality – Achievement of site Quality KPI’s
• Innovation and ideation are critical aspects of your role and you will be expected to generate continuous improvement suggestions and support the implementation of them.

What sets you apart

• You have earned, as a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field and have between 0-3 years of experience.
• While you will have regular support and guidance from more experienced engineers, supervisors or managers, you will demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other associates and cross functional teams.
• You demonstrate a solid technical aptitude with the ability to be an effective contributor to a team or produce results of a technical nature as an individual.
• You demonstrate a competencies in both written and oral communications.
• You maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing production environment.
• You possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.

Integer Holdings Corporation (ITGR) is one of the largest medical device outsource (MDO) manufacturers in the world serving the cardiac, neuromodulation, orthopedics, vascular, advanced surgical and portable medical markets. The company provides innovative, high-quality medical technologies that enhance the lives of patients worldwide. In addition, it develops batteries for high-end niche applications in energy, military, and environmental markets. The company's brands include Greatbatch Medical, Lake Region Medical. Additional information is available at www.integer.net.

Special Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment.

Specialized Knowledge

Computer skills as required by stated accountabilities. Basic word-processing and spreadsheet skills. Problem solving skills.

Salary Range: $68,475 - $ 91,300 #IND1

Benefits

• Our compensation program includes base salary and a cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy.
• We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits.
• Parental leave is available after one year.
• Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance.
• Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Integer Holdings Corporation ("Integer") is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and on any other protected characteristics. We celebrate our many differences and remain committed to providing an inclusive workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

Integer does not discriminate against any applicants or employees because he or she is a disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active-duty wartime veteran, campaign badge veteran, referred to collectively as "Protected Veterans". It is also the policy of Integer to employ and to advance in employment, all people regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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