AbbVie

Project Engineer

AbbVie$90K — $120K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering with 10 years of experience or Master's Degree with 8 years of experience.
  • Experience in medical devices or combination products.
  • Strong knowledge of device lifecycle support and development processes.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, specifically 21 CFR 820.
  • Proven capability in technical documentation and assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Support design and development activities for drug delivery devices.
  • Perform mechanical analysis, prototyping, and testing of device components.
  • Evaluate device performance and identify failure modes.
  • Assist with verification, validation, and technical transfer activities.
  • Collaborate with various departments including R&D, manufacturing, and quality.
  • Generate and review technical documentation and test reports.
  • Contribute to change control and continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) participation for eligible employees.
  • Opportunity to participate in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AbbVie is seeking a Project Engineer to join the PDS&T Injection Devices group. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, characterization, and lifecycle support of drug delivery devices and related combination products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to advance robust, manufacturable, and patient-centered device solutions.
  • Support design and development activities for injection drug delivery devices
  • Perform mechanical analysis, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of device components and assemblies
  • Evaluate device performance, identify failure modes, and support root cause investigations
  • Assist with verification, validation, and technical transfer activities
  • Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and suppliers to advance device programs
  • Generate and review technical documentation, test reports, specifications, and protocols
  • Support change control, risk assessments, and continuous improvement efforts
  • Contribute to device platform strategy, robustness, and manufacturability
  • Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with safety, quality, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. 21 CFR 820 / Design Controls)


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering and typically 10 years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8 years of experience.
  • Experience in medical devices, combination products, or related product development environments


Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time ofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

About AbbVie

AbbVie develops pharmaceuticals and medical devices. They provide products and services to therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology.

AbbVie Careers

Joining AbbVie means becoming part of a global team dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, our employees are united in the pursuit of groundbreaking innovation and are committed to transforming the future of healthcare with leading-edge science.

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We believe in nurturing our team's professional growth through comprehensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and continuous learning. Our commitment to your career growth is reflected in our robust offerings that enhance your skills and knowledge.

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AbbVie is dedicated to supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside of work. Our benefits package includes health, financial, and social benefits that are designed to support the diverse needs of our employees. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and innovation, fostering a workplace where all can excel.

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Learn more about AbbVie
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
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