Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

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: 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 Division: CRM (Cardiac Rhythm Management) As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias or irregular heartbeats.

This Manufacturing Engineer role is responsible for designing and developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet production schedules while continuously improving productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

The position plays a key role in supporting new product introductions, process improvements, equipment implementation, and operational excellence initiatives within a medical device manufacturing environment. What You'll Work On Lead manufacturing engineering projects involving new production equipment, process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and new product introductions.

Conduct Process FMEAs and process validations to ensure robust and compliant manufacturing processes. Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through Lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives. Coordinate the design, procurement, build, installation, and debugging of tooling, machinery, and test equipment.

Partner with Product Development and cross-functional teams to drive Design for Manufacturability and support business objectives. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another engineering/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.

Medical device manufacturing experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. Demonstrated leadership capability in team environments. Experience providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians. Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Ability to leverage and engage others to accomplish projects and business objectives. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels of the organization. Strong organizational, prioritization, multitasking, follow-up, and attention-to-detail skills. Ability to work with minimal direction while demonstrating innovation and resourcefulness.

Experience supporting regulated manufacturing environments and compliance with FDA requirements and quality systems. Preferred Qualifications International manufacturing experience. Six Sigma certification. Experience working in a broader enterprise or cross-divisional business model. Experience working in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

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

Connect with us at https://www.abbott.com/, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers. The base pay for this position is $90,000.00 – $180,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management LOCATION: United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Work in a clean room environment Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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