Abbott

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Abbott • $78K — $156K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related STEM field
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in engineering
  • Experience conducting engineering studies and validations
  • Demonstrated expertise in design and troubleshooting medical devices
  • Strong project management skills in a regulated environment
  • Ability to design engineering test methods
  • Understanding of regulations and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership for new and existing medical devices
  • Design and validate medical device components and subsystems
  • Evaluate designs using experimental and simulation methods
  • Develop test methods and reliability strategies to reduce design risk
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation and specifications
  • Build prototypes, fixtures, and tools for product development
  • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Contribute to risk management activities including dFMEA and pFMEA.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits for employees and their families
  • Employee benefits aimed at providing security and support for a full life
  • Continuous improvement initiatives focus on professional development.
  • Opportunities for technical mentorship and leadership roles.
  • Support for independent project management within a collaborative environment.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

The Opportunity

The person hired as the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will work out of our Irving, TX location in the Core Lab Business Unit. Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.

What You'll Work On

Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise to support new and existing medical devices, prototypes, tools, fixtures, and manufacturing processes. Lead component and subassembly development activities while collaborating across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, verify, and validate medical device components and subsystems in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate designs using experimental, analytical, and simulation-based methods.
  • Select appropriate materials, components, manufacturing processes, and technologies.
  • Develop test methods, simulation models, and reliability strategies to reduce design risk.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, specifications, schematics, and design records.
  • Design and build prototypes, fixtures, tools, and test systems that support product development.
  • Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to improve product quality and production efficiency.
  • Perform root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for complex technical issues.
  • Contribute to risk management activities including dFMEA, pFMEA, and risk assessments.
  • Lead technical discussions and provide project direction across cross-functional teams.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives for products, processes, and engineering tools.
  • Conduct design reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior engineers.
  • May serve as an Independent Reviewer and lead small project teams.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree in an Engineering or closely related STEM field
  • an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Minimum 6 years Relevant Experience
  • Experience conducting engineering studies and validations, including data analysis using statistically sound methodology and authoring technical reports.
  • Ability to design engineering test methods.
  • Demonstrated expertise and proficiency with design and trouble shooting.
  • Experience leading cross-functional risk assessments for new products or process changes.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Deep understanding of equipment functionality.
  • Ability to understand regulations and regulatory environment.A


Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Experience applying engineering principles to complex product development challenges.
  • Ability to independently manage technical projects and meet established timelines.
  • Experience with medical devices, regulated environments, and design controls preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/

The base pay for this position is
$78,000.00 - $156,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Product Development

DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab

LOCATION:
United States > Irving : LC-8

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % 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)

About Abbott

Abbott Careers

Joining Abbott means becoming part of a globally diverse team dedicated to making a lasting impact on human health. As a leader in healthcare innovation, Abbott provides a dynamic workplace where careers flourish through growth, leadership, and diversity training.

Opportunities at Abbott

Explore a world of opportunities with our team. Whether you're seeking job opportunities in engineering, marketing, research, or healthcare, Abbott offers a variety of positions that allow professionals to grow their careers. Our commitment to diversity and innovation is evident in every aspect of our work, fostering an inclusive culture that values each team member's contribution.

Work You'll Do

At Abbott, every role contributes to our mission of helping people live fuller lives through better health. From groundbreaking research in medical devices to advancements in pharmaceuticals, our team is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. By joining Abbott, you are not just accepting a job; you are embarking on a path of professional and personal growth.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an Abbott internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry experience and a chance to develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Interns at Abbott work on projects that matter, gaining the experience and knowledge necessary to succeed in their future careers.

Professional Development

Abbott is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, leadership programs, and diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate within the healthcare industry. We support your career journey with robust training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for networking and professional growth.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy comprehensive benefits designed to support their life and well-being. From health insurance to retirement plans, we ensure our team has everything they need to thrive. Abbott's culture is built on a foundation of respect and integrity, united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes.

Join Our Team

Discover the impact you can make with a career at Abbott. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to lead. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Prepare your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and get ready to join a team that's at the cutting edge of healthcare solutions.

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Explore Abbott

With a commitment to improving life through innovation, leadership, and diversity, Abbott is a place where you can fulfill your potential. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at Abbott by exploring our career opportunities today.

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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