Senior Electrical 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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE Provides engineering leadership and expertise to support new and existing products, processes, prototypes, fixtures, and tools. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Develops new design features as part of existing systems. Delivers engineering information and solutions which adds value to the decision-making process. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective and cost-efficient business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Performs lay out and constructs a variety of prototype tools and fixtures required for development purposes. Conducts evaluations, tests and analyses related to feasibility and function. Performs troubleshooting and fault isolation activities and remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Collaborates with cross -functional teams developing and executing tests, performing root cause analysis and participating in investigations. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of engineering work, and may oversee the performance of less experienced engineers. Performs technical studies. Conducts measurements specified in design verification plans, documents, and tabulates results, and provides reports. Subject matter expert and provides direction on issues, topics, and/or project leadership. Provides technical guidance to less experienced engineers. Applies theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity, and creative / analytical techniques within engineering and scientific principles. Helps establish processes based on product specifications and evaluates process and design alternatives based on "design for manufacturability". Monitor yield performances globally to understand electrical performance improvements. Perform yield excursion investigations to identify rootcause. Develop solutions to improve yield performance. QUALIFICATIONS Strong verbal and written communications with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multi-tasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. 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. Rootcause problem solving, Electrical investigations (prior work with electronic circuits) in manufacturing or semiconductor industry, Education Bachelors Degree Electrical engineering or related engineering field. Licenses and Certifications Advanced computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, database management and specialized applications. 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), 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. 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