Senior Equipment & Automation Engineer - Medical Devices

Allergan; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead equipment and automation initiatives in device assembly and packaging. You will collaborate with operations, engineering, and vendors to install new technologies, validate processes, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing lines.

The role requires a strong track record in project management, problem solving, and cross‑functional teamwork within medical devices or similar industries. On‑site presence in Tempe, AZ is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 10+ years engineering/operational experience; post-graduate degree preferred and may contribute toward experience.
• Proven track record of managing projects to completion using external resources.
• Demonstrated excellence in breadth and depth of knowledge within project management.
• Interacts well with diverse groups within engineering and maintains strong relationships with collaborators.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Collaborates effectively with other engineers in fast-paced environments.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Technical background in health care, medical devices, biological, pharmaceutical, or similar industries (preferred).
• Experience with financial systems and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert in equipment and automation with emphasis on device assembly and packaging engineering.
• Provide hands‑on design, FAT, SAT and validation support.
• Plan and coordinate new technology installations and improvements with operations and vendors.
• Perform engineering assessments and support engineering runs.
• Build a knowledge base to improve troubleshooting and reduce downtime.
• Apply structured problem‑solving and data‑driven decision making.
• Maintain timelines and drive projects to completion.
• Leverage manufacturing/processing engineering expertise for continuous improvement.

Skills

Equipment & automation

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Project management

Cross‑functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or related

Post‑graduate degree preferred

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead equipment and automation initiatives in device assembly and packaging. You will collaborate with operations, engineering, and vendors to install new technologies, validate processes, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing lines.

The role requires a strong track record in project management, problem solving, and cross‑functional teamwork within medical devices or similar industries. On‑site presence in Tempe, AZ is expected.