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　　Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of

　　Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

　　An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

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　　A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

　　​Our Liberty, SC location currently has an opportunity for an Associate Engineer.

　　The opportunity

　　The Associate Engineer will support activities required for new product approvals and sustaining product enhancements, including Class II and III medical devices. The candidate will be expected to apply process engineering knowledge in support of technology transfer to clinical and commercial manufacturing at Abbott. This individual will provide dedicated process engineering support for human implantable products in clinical development through commercial production.

　　Purpose of Role

　　Working under general supervision, is responsible for providing engineering support to device manufacturing operations. Develops and implements efficient, cost-effective process improvements. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises an appropriate level of technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing and coordinating product development engineering assignments. Performs engineering studies. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.

　　WHAT YOU’LL DO

　　New Product Introduction / Process Development:

　　Provide technical expertise in process characterization such as method development, design of experiments, and process capability analysis.

　　Identify and qualify process equipment for new product introduction

　　Collaborate with internal customers to provide mechanical design support for manufacturing and testing equipment.

　　Evaluate process and design alternatives based on “design for manufacturability” principles.

　　Conceive and build prototypes.

　　Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory agencies, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.

　　Understand product development requirements and collaborate to complete as needed (i.e. design control, risk management, equipment qualification, process validation, etc.)

　　Ensure that qualification parameters and process validation are complete for drug product-Medical Device assembly requirements.

　　Transfer of new drug/device assembly requirements to manufacturing with hands-on technical support: including developing processes and documentation for routine clinical and/or commercial production.

　　Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams developing and executing tests, performing root cause analysis and participating in investigations.

　　Make presentations to internal/external customers, vendors, and senior management.

　　Implement process improvement strategies to improve quality, reliability and/or reduce cost

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technical Field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

　　Minimum 0-2 year of engineering experience.

　　Demonstrated experience with mechanical design and modelling, including design realization, using Creo, SolidWorks and/or other CAD tools.

　　Knowledge of Quality systems, medical device manufacturing and process validation.

　　Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

　　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.

　　Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

　　Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Knowledge of late stage or commercial products experience with strong focus on manufacturing support.

　　Work history with cGMPs, regulatory filings and compliance issues for medical devices.

　　Experience with Six Sigma, risk analysis methodologies, process characterization, process validation and process monitoring, scale-up, and/or technology transfer experience, PFMECA, DFMECA.

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　　Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

　　Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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　　The base pay for this position is $48,000.00 – $96,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer

　　Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

　　We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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