| Location: Onsite Status Type: Full Time   QUALIFICATIONS   Required:  Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical, or related Engineering from an accredited university; or education/experience equivalentA minimum of 6 years of manufacturing engineering (equipment/process design and support) in a regulated industry such as Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or food; OR a master’s degree in related field plus 4 years’ experience   Preferred:  Experience with medical device manufacturing (heat staking, ultrasonic welding, press assembly, adhesives, leak testing) and inspection technologies (vision systems. Pressure decay, flow testing)Experience programming vision systems, robotics, and PLCExperience designing and implementing high-volume manufacturing equipment preferred, i.e., production 1M+ annual, cycle time < 3 seconds per processSix Sigma Yellow/ Green Belt Certification   Skills & Competencies:  Ability to effectively create 3D engineering models, assemblies, fixtures, and drawings (Solidworks preferred)Ability to create experimental designs and collect, interpret, and analyze data using statistical techniques (Minitab preferred)Strong technical writing skills (planning, protocol writing, execution, report writing, Operating Procedures)Knowledge of PLC and HMI programming for equipment troubleshooting or minor modifications (Allen Bradley preferred)Strong understanding and application of 21 CFR 820 Medical Device Quality System Regulation, especially 21 CFR 820.70 for equipment qualification and 21 CFR 820.75 for process validation (FAT, SAT, IOQ, OQ, PQ, PPQ)Must be able to work effectively on electrical, mechanical, and/or software related issues associated with equipmentStrong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, able to provide solutions to complex technical challengesProficiency utilizing the MS Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook)Communicate effectively through both verbal presentation and technical writing to various internal stakeholders of varying technical abilitiesDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and lead a varied workload to meet team objectives.Demonstrated technical coaching and leadership of peersStrong demonstrated ability to deliver manufacturing projects in a timely mannerAbility to independently adapt behaviors and strategies to deal with emergent, non-routine and dynamic components of the jobQuickly adapts to a diverse array of changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunitiesSolid ability to understand complexity and navigate ambiguity to influence at the department levelPlan and carry out multiple projects concurrentlyAbility to analyze problems and troubleshoot solutionsApply strong cognitive ability to collecting, processing, and disseminating informationUnderstand current state and dynamics of the businessAbility to foster teamwork, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing othersConsistently open and approachableEngage colleagues and partners with the Enable Values in mindAbility to maintain a positive attitude, show empathy for others, and always do the right thingAbility to understand your own emotions and their effects on your performanceAbility to express your emotions appropriately and have a positive impact on others in support of company goals and a healthy work environmentExcellent time management skills   Physical Requirements:  Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of timeAbility to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment, such as printer, telephone, etc. Ability to work within, crouch, stoop, bend around and potentially underneath equipment for extended periods of timePosition requires being physically present on the premises during regular company hours or as approved by management   RESPONSIBILITIES:  Manufacturing equipment specification, design, development, construction, implementation, or modificationTroubleshoot and implement solutions to aid in the manufacture of the product. Typical solutions require changes to assembly equipment and/or the modification of part/mold design and inspection criteria to improve the quality, reproducibility, efficiency or safety of the manufacturing processesAssist in Equipment Qualification (installation, operational and process qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ)) to meet regulatory requirementsStandard Operating Procedures creation, revision and implementation including necessary change order, training and qualification activitiesApply engineering principles and methods to understand and provide solutions to complex technical challengesIdentify and coordinate activities with outside suppliers and consultants as required. Interface with and select suitable vendors for the procurement of equipmentProvide DFM and DFA guidance for development of robust product design in collaboration with Product DevelopmentDevelop test methods and fixtures to prove functionality of sub-assemblies and final product. Select appropriate test methods and analyze test data to challenge the effectiveness of assembly equipment and processesPrepare overall project proposals including cost estimates and schedule for designated projects. Assign priority and schedule tasks to provide timely solutions to achieve resultsResolve internal and external (customer or supplier) issues related to manufacturability and performance of productMaintain and repair equipmentDelegate tasks to technicians and co-ops within the departmentParticipate in cross functional teams and ideation sessionsWork with functional managers and partners to ensure project goals are metProvide technical guidance and coaching of other engineersContributes to project planning and execution to meet schedule and budget requirementsAuthor Quality System documentation to support all of the responsibilities above, including but not limited to change control, engineering change orders, equipment forms, calibration forms, and preventive maintenance forms |