Senior Process Development 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Senior Process Development 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. Youll also have access to: 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, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program, andFreeUeducation benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors 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 Our St Paul, Minnesota location is seeking a high caliber, motivated, self-driven leader to join our Process Development engineering team for delivery catheter system development in Abbotts Vascular business unit. This is a fully onsite role. What Youll Work On Design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet new product program schedules, enhancing product quality and taking into consideration problems inherent in the transfer of technology from research to manufacturing. Utilize methodologies and statistical analyses, such as DMAIC, Gage R&R, Cp/Cpk and SPC, to analyze and improve processes, components and products. Work with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, and Regulatory teams. Collaborate with R&D to ensure adherence to Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles. Understand principles of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) including material, direct labor, and overhead costs as well as in consideration to manufacturing process yields. Proficient in reading and creating engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and schematics. Drive process improvements and validations through manufacturing implementation and revise process failure mode effects analyses (pFMEAs). Author and execute validation protocols and reports including installation qualifications (IQ), operational qualifications (OQ), performance qualifications (PQ), and process performance qualifications (PPQ). Provide technical mentorship and direction for junior engineers and ensure timely delivery of program milestones. Maintain communications with all levels of employees, customers, and vendors. Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Requires understanding of compliance, pharmaceutical, pharmacological, biological, biochemical, medical, patent, and commercial factors. May make recommendations concerning the acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering field 5+ years of related experience Strong analytical, problem solving, communication and project management skills Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings Ability to lead and motivate peers, drive change and problem solve with creativity. Preferred Qualifications Medical Device experience Balloon catheter experience Additional Qualifications: Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills Have ability to multitask, priorities their work and make data driven decisions Work effectively with cross-functional teams The base pay for this position is $75,300.00 $150,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: AVD Vascular LOCATION: United States > Minnesota > St. Paul : 1225 Old Highway 8 NW ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable 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. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter