Sr. Electrical Engineer

Abbott; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Excellent retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement and education benefits

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories is looking for a Sr. Electrical Engineer in Plano, TX to work in our Neuromodulation Division. The role focuses on designing RF antennas and circuits, conducting feasibility tests, and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary range of $78,000.00 to $156,000.00 is offered, along with various benefits for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the design of RF antennas/systems.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of sound design principles and practices.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Designs and simulates RF antennas and circuits.
• Conducts evaluations, tests and analyses related to feasibility.
• Specifies and develops measurements for design verification plans.

Skills

Design RF antennas and circuits

Troubleshooting and fault isolation

Document design specifications

Understand FDA regulations

Strong verbal and written communication

Advanced personal computer skills

Multitasking and prioritizing

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering or related field

Job description

Sr. Electrical Engineer

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical 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 Plano, TX location in the Neuromodulation Division. Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non‑opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum.

What You’ll Do

• Designs and simulates RF antennas and circuits, including PCB layout and matching networks
• Conducts evaluations, tests and analyses related to feasibility and function.
• Performs troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on a variety of products and breadboards.
• Specifies and develops measurements for design verification plans, documents and tabulates results, and provides engineering test reports.
• Documents components and designs with specifications, schematics and mechanical layouts to support document control and release.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering or related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the design of RF antennas/systems
• Demonstrated ability to develop new design features as part of existing systems.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of sound design principles and practices.
• Documented record of delivering tool engineering information which adds value to management’s decision‑making process.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and tasks.
• Advanced personal computer skills, including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross‑division business unit model preferred.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow‑up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%, including internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced credential or professional certification in a relevant discipline/concentration desired.
• RF/Wireless design for implantable devices
• Medical device design experience desired.
• Experience in manufacturing processes and methods desired, especially in the manufacturing of medical devices.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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.