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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The purpose of this role is to drive operational excellence by leading the execution of technical and crossfunctional projects that enhance current and nextgeneration products, components, and capabilities. The role ensures component projects are planned effectively, resourced appropriately, and delivered on schedule through strong coordination, datadriven problemsolving, and proactive risk management. It serves as an operational integratoraligning teams, resolving bottlenecks, and maintaining clear communication across the organization and with external customers. Additionally, the role strengthens operational readiness by mentoring team members, improving workflows, and building internal and external networks that support continuous improvement and sustained delivery performance. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved components or process, for current programs, next generation programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company. Define project objectives, strategies, and deliverables; translate business or technical goals into actionable tasks. Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track for internal and external customers Prepare and present regular updates to stakeholders and leadership, highlighting milestones, risks, and resolutions. Analyze data to identify root causes of issues and drive continuous improvement. Coordinate input and collaboration across departments and project teams to ensure alignment and resource availability. Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication across all levels of the organization. Mentor and support project team members, helping them navigate challenges and grow professionally. Cultivates an internal and external network of resources to complete tasks. Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance. Interacts cross functionally and with internal and external customers. Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities. Experience/Background Experience Experience details Minimum 6 years Manufacturing engineering experience, medical device experience required, Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills. Six Sigma certification preferred Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects involving internal and third party manufacturing partners Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings. 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 5%, including internationally. 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: Engineering DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management LOCATION: United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No 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