Edwards Lifesciences is growing and our Production Engineer I, Endotronix position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. This role will sit within the Endotronix team, who develop implantable heart monitoring technology. Endotronix was acquired by Edwards in July 2024, and will support our future work with heart failure management solutions to address large unmet structural heart patient needs and support sustainable long-term growth.

For more details on the acquisition, please visit: https://www.edwards.com/newsroom/news/2024-07-24-edwards-lifesciences-expands-structural-heart-port

How you will make an impact:

You will apply your knowledge of technical principles and Edwards systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve manufacturing processes using engineering methods (e.g., LEAN methods, basic statistics) for continuous process improvement

• Develop basic experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports

• Analyze and resolve basic Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)

• Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes

• Establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis)

• Identify opportunities for re-design/design of basic equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. to improve manufacturing processes

• Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work

• Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership

What you'll need (Required):

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field required.

What else we look for (Preferred):

Additional Skills:

• Good computer skills in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable)

• Basic documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills

• Basic understanding of statistical techniques

• Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment preferred (if applicable)

• Good understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering

• Good problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills

• Good understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work

• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing

• Strict attention to detail

• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment

• Must be able to work in a team environment, including immediate supervisor and other team members in the section or group; and may interact with vendors

• Ability to build stable working relationships internally

• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For Illinois (IL), the base pay range for this position is $67,000 to $96,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.