Project Engineer

Abbott; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Operations Project Engineer to lead sustaining projects and coordinate cross-functional teams within the EP Electrophysiology division. The role emphasizes project planning, risk management, and timely execution across R&D, Operations, Manufacturing and Quality.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 4+ years in medical devices, plus strong communication skills and travel up to 10%. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of medical device experience in R&D, Manufacturing and/or Quality Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization and with Abbott suppliers and consultants.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a geographically diverse, matrixed organization.
• Ability to initiate, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead small to medium-sized sustaining projects and support larger initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Packaging, Labeling, and Technical Publications.
• Maintain project plans, timelines, risks, action items, and documentation per Abbott methodologies and quality systems.
• Provide day-to-day project coordination, run meetings, monitor milestones, report status and risks to stakeholders.
• Support resource planning and issue resolution with functional teams and managers.
• Execute COs in Windchill, coordinate POs, and keep project tracking tools updated.
• Develop metrics, create leadership presentations, and drive completion of deliverables.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Task prioritization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Windchill

SAP

Ariba

MS Project

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Operations Project Engineer

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

This position works out of our Plymouth, MN location for our Electrophysiology business.In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

What You’ll Work On

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to lead and coordinate small to medium-sized sustaining projects while supporting the execution of larger, more complex initiatives led by senior team members.

This role is responsible for driving project planning, coordination, and implementation activities in accordance with Abbott project management methodologies and quality system requirements. The Project Engineer will partner with cross-functional teams to manage project schedules, risks, deliverables, and communications, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and meet business objectives.

In addition, this role will support broader PMO and project team activities through execution-focused tasks such as change order processing, purchase order coordination, project reporting, and presentation development. Success in this position requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to project execution, and the ability to effectively collaborate cross-functionally.

• Coordinate and execute small to medium-sized sustaining engineering, supplier change, and continuous improvement projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule and aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including R&D, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Packaging, Labeling, and Technical Publications to support project planning, execution, and implementation activities.
• Maintain project plans, timelines, risks, action items, and documentation in accordance with Abbott project management methodologies and quality system requirements.
• Provide day-to-day project coordination, facilitate team meetings, track progress against milestones, and communicate project status, risks, and key decisions to stakeholders and management.
• Support resource planning and issue resolution by working with functional teams and managers to remove project barriers and escalates risks when appropriate.
• Execute project support activities including owning change orders (COs) in Windchill, coordinating purchase requisitions and purchase orders, and updating project tracking systems.
• Contribute to the successful execution of larger strategic projects and PMO initiatives by developing project metrics and reports, preparing presentation materials and leadership communications, tracking actions and decisions, coordinating project review meetings, and driving completion of assigned deliverables.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• Minimum 4 years of medical device experience in R&D, Manufacturing and/or Quality Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization as well as Abbott suppliers and consultants
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members in a geographically diverse, matrixed organization
• Ability to initiate, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time domestically and/or internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a technical or business field
• PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification
• Familiarity with Windchill (Product Life-Cycle Management Document Management System), SAP (Enterprise Resource Management software), and Ariba (Purchasing system)
• Experience supporting product lifecycle management activities, including Change Orders (COs), documentation updates, and design transfer activities
• Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, or manufacturing
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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

$61,300.00 – $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

DIVISION:

EP Electrophysiology

LOCATION:

United States > Minnesota > Plymouth : 5050 Nathan Lane N

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Tech Center : One St Jude Medical Drive

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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