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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Manufacturing Engineer II
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
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.
The position of Manufacturing Engineer II is within our Infectious Disease Business Unit located in Scarborough, Maine.
The position of Manufacturing Engineer II is within our Infectious Disease Business Unit located in Scarborough, Maine. This role will be responsible for all Manufacturing Equipment and equipment quality/cost savings initiatives, improving efficiency through material and process improvement, reducing material processing costs, and participating in new product design.
What You’ll Work On
- Develops processes based on product specifications and in consideration to process and test method capabilities.
- Evaluates process and design alternatives based on Design and Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
- Uses problem solving and statistical tools and make sound design recommendations.
- Manages program compliance with Quality requirements (i.e. Design Control, Process validation etc.).
- Can identify work environment issues (i.e. OSHA regulations, etc.).
- Supports all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
- Conducts tests, collects and formats data, and assists in analysis of engineering studies (DOEs).
- Assists in startup of new equipment and execution of validation protocols.
- Participates in technical design reviews for process equipment and product design and requirements documents.
- Responsible for utilizing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system, including supporting Quality Incidents and CAPA investigations and actions.
- Analyzes raw material specifications to ensure appropriate features and limits are in place to support company manufacturing process.
- Evaluates company initiated raw material changes and coordinates appropriate testing and validation as required.
- Works to reduce costs in all areas of manufacturing by analyzing current equipment for process suitability and provides detailed plans for improvement.
- Creates and revises manufacturing documents, specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety instructions, validation protocols, risk assessments, procedures and other technical documents to insure compliant, efficient, and safe processes.
- Conducts preventative maintenance audits and compliance with SOPs, ISO, FDA and cGMP requirements.
- Researches engineering solutions to a diverse set of challenges in production and development.
- 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.
- Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
- Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.
- Support department by performing related tasks as requested.
Core Competencies
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and productivity
- Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to drive work forward and seek learning opportunities with minimal supervision
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
- Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to break down complex issues and develop practical solutions
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, valuing diverse perspectives and supporting shared goals
- Technical aptitude, including the ability to interpret technical instructions, diagrams, and data
- Working knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts such as ANSI/AQL, probability, and basic statistics
- Exposure to financial concepts related to production or operations, including COGS, profitability, pricing, and inventory management
- Experience with data analytics, including data collection, analysis, and basic statistical evaluation
- Experience using computer‑aided design (CAD) or manufacturing software to support system or layout design
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years’ engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Technical experience in mechanical, biomedical, industrial or chemical engineering.
- Experience in performing engineering calculations, controlled tests, statistical analysis.
- Experience in Microsoft Suites software. (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.)
- Experience in change management principles and processes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior experience working in a company operating under ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.
- Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
- Experience with statistical analysis software. (Minitab or JMP preferred)
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The base pay for this position is
$61,300.00 – $122,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Engineering
DIVISION:
ID Infectious Disease
LOCATION:
United States > Scarborough : 10 Southgate Rd
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % 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), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Wear ear plugs, Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environmentAbbott 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.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
