Mechanical Engineer

Job description

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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott Point of Care is a global leader in providing critical medical diagnostic and data management products for rapid blood analysis that are intuitive, reliable, and cost-effective.  Our i-STAT System is an advanced, portable diagnostic tool that provides real-time, lab-quality results within minutes to accelerate patient-care decision-making. The i-STAT System has the industry’s most comprehensive menu of tests in a single, with-patient platform, including tests for blood gases, electrolytes, chemistries, coagulation, hematology, glucose, and cardiac markers. By delivering lab-quality results in minutes, our i-STAT System fosters a collaborative, patient-centered environment while driving improved operational performance.

Our Princeton, NJ location has an opportunity for a talented and motivated Mechanical Engineer . The Mechanical Engineer will work in a fast paced, early stage operations environment to identify process and product improvements, design and develop manufacturing test systems, and create and execute design of experiments and verifications within a leading medical device company.

WHAT YOU’LL DO   

·  Design and document manufacturing processes and equipment to meet broad design goals, establish requirements and specifications.
·  Apply engineering methods (computer modeling, mechanics of materials, (GD&T) tolerance analysis, data analysis, experimental methods, etc.) to assess performance, manufacturability and reliability of components, products and processes.
·  Use fundamental failure analysis methodology (e.g. pFMEA) to derive a root cause of failure.
·  Responsible for performing analysis in the areas of statics, dynamics, mechanical stresses, shock, vibration, thermal, fit/tolerances, and manufacturability to ensure quality designs.
·  Create 3D CAD concepts of systems, select components, perform detailed design, and document for fabrication.
·  Coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, and communicate with vendors to take designs from concept to production environment.
·  Use empirical, numerical and experimental analysis to analyze designs.
·  Develop and validate test methods and models.
·  Publish test protocols and reports, specifications, mechanical drawings and other types of documentation required to support design analysis and design decision making.
·  Employ best practice metrology methods appropriate to measurement application.
·  Provide engineering support for on-market products including vendor, manufacturing, component, reliability, and cost-reduction or product enhancement engineering activities.
·  Work with internal departments and external vendors to obtain prototype parts and to understand their capabilities and limitations. (for both custom and off the shelf parts).
·  Review incoming inspection data on custom parts and approve for use if appropriate.
·  Serve as technical liaison to vendors of custom and off-the-shelf components to resolve incoming quality issues.
·  Specify and perform process validation and verification plans.
·  Participate as design team member, for example in selecting design approaches, reviewing designs, and analyzing hazards.
·  Provide re-design solutions and contingency plans for engineering problems through a comprehensive review of alternatives and make recommendation on best path forward.
·  Adhere to and support the quality and regulatory requirements of Abbott, FDA and ISO, while managing projects within these requirements.
·  Support project schedules by coordinating multiple project deliverables, managing time and mechanical engineering tasks within a defined schedule.
·  May provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING   

Required

·  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
·  2+ years of Mechanical engineering experience or equivalent.
·  Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical theory and ability to apply theoretical knowledge to implement mechanical designs.
·  Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills and critical-thinking skills.
·  Must have experience using CAD tools (Solidworks) to design one or more of the following: sheet metal, machined, and injection molded components as well as perform trade-off analyses for manufacturability, tolerances, environmental, structural, and ergonomic factors.
·  Possess good knowledge of equipment, systems, and techniques appropriate to debugging mechanical systems.
·  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.
·  Ability to quickly gain knowledge, understanding or skills.
·  Strong verbal and written communications.
·  Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner.
·  Strong organizational and follow-up skills and time management skills, as well as an attention to detail.
·  Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Preferred

·  Experience with creating functional prototypes or physical products.
·  Medical device experience.
·  Experience in product design and testing.
·  Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding and stamping.
·  Ability and aptitude to use various types of databases and other computer software.
·  Basic understanding of statistics.

WHAT WE OFFER   

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

·  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. 

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @Abbott News and @AbbottGlobal. 

     

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

     

DIVISION:

APOC Point of Care

        

LOCATION:

United States > Princeton : 400 College Road East

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

     

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.

     
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