Senior Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Abbott Laboratories; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in St. Paul, MN, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Process Development Engineer to contribute as a specialist in process development for life sciences products within the Abbott Vascular division.

The role focuses on designing and developing manufacturing processes, transferring technology from research to production, and ensuring compliant, high-volume production. The candidate should have a mechanical/chemical/ electrical or physics background with 4+ years of experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technical discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Physics)
• Minimum 4 years experience
• Strong knowledge of design controls and regulations for medical devices (ISO 13485, FDA)
• Engineering principles applied to manufacturing processes and development

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing processes for life sciences products.
• Develop procedures for economical mass production with pilot-plant and production teams.
• Conduct tests to control variables and troubleshoot production processes.

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Location United States - Minnesota - St. Paul Category Operations

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.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St. Paul, MN location in the Abbott Vascular Devices division.

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for the treatment of vascular disease.

The Opportunity

Specialist professional individual contributor with comprehensive knowledge in the area of Manufacturing Process Development.

Ability to execute highly complex or specialized projects.

Adapts precedent and may make significant departures from traditional approaches to develop solutions.

WhatYou’llWork On

As the Specialist in the Manufacturing Process Development Sub-Function, considered as highly experienced and knowledgeable resource within the organization in designing and developing manufacturing processes for life sciences products, taking into consideration problems inherent in the transfer of technology from research to manufacturing.

Such design and development may include new or revised processes.

Develops procedures for the economical mass production in cooperation with pilot-plant and production departments.

Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables.

Services, troubleshoots and solves production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation.

Requires understanding of compliance, pharmaceutical, pharmacological, biological, biochemical, medical, patent and commercial factors.

May make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors Degree (± 16 years)

Engineering/Technical Discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Physics preferred)

or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Ideal

Experience:

Minimum 4 years

Solid knowledge of general Engineering principals.

Good knowledge of design controls and regulations for medical device development, (ISO134851, ISO13485, FDA).

Strong technical experience in mechanical or chemical engineering with excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Strong understanding of processes and materials used in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, particularly diabetes strips.

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 a disciplined process/product development process.

Writing process/product requirements and design specifications.

Working on a development team with an emphasis on minimizing time to market.

Design for manufacture of low cost, high volume electronic products.

Development of processes in an FDA regulated environment with full understanding of GxP, ISO and medical device regulations.

Cross functional team environments is required.

Job Id 31162367

Location United States - Minnesota - St. Paul

Medical surveillance Not Applicable

Division AVD Vascular

Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time

Additional Location

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)

The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

INNOVATIVE BENEFITS

We support our colleagues around the world as they care for themselves and their families with offerings tailored to their unique needs.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We strive to provide environments where all employees feel welcome and able to bring their full selves to work. To do this we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion across Abbott.

SUSTAINABILITY FOR OUR FUTURE

At Abbott, sustainability means managing our efforts so we can help the greatest number of people around the world live fuller lives through better health.

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We will notify you about relevant positions, and keep you in mind when we have interesting opportunities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION

We provide reasonable workplace accommodations. U.S. residents only: To request accommodation, please call 224-667-0340 or email [e-mail].

Abbott is committed to pay equity and transparency. Compensation is determined using objective, job-related, and gender-neutral criteria in compliance with applicable laws and local regulations.

Location United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane Category Operations

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

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