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Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer – Menlo Park, CA

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease.  We aim to lead the markets we serve by requiring the solutions we offer customers provide an improved benefit/risk profile as compared to existing standards of care; a performance threshold that by definition, guides and ensures the productive output of our engineering, business development, and clinical research efforts result in outcomes that advance the standard of care.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

We are recruiting for a Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer located in Menlo Park, CA.  You will provide support to the Manufacturing organization to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, to optimize existing processes, and to ensure that production goals are met. Responsible for monitoring performance of equipment, machines and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields, or product quality

Issues.  You will interface with Quality and Research and Development organizations to integrate new products or processes into the existing manufacturing area.

Responsibilities:

·        Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or process, for current programs, next generation programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company.

·        Prepares reports, publishes, and makes presentations to communicate findings.

·        Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and new innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.

·        Develops knowledge in a field to become a recognized leader or authority in an area of specialization and applies this knowledge in leadership roles in the company.

·         Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion.

·        Understands the business needs of the company and has knowledge of the customer needs of our business.

·        Understands the business cycle and foresight of emerging technologies trends.

·        Cultivates internal and external network of resources to complete tasks.

·        Serves has a resource in the selection orientation and training of new engineers and employees.

·        May lead a project team, determining goals and objectives for the projects.

·        Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.

·        Interacts cross functionally and with internal and external customers.

·        Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters.

·        Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING 

Required 

·        Bachelor’s degree in related field or and equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. 

Preferred 

·        Master’s degree with 3+ year related work experience.

WHAT WE OFFER  

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

·         A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

·        Production areas that are clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled

·        Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  

·        Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans  

·        Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs 

·        Paid time off  

·        401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 

·        The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com  

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

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