Lead Process Engineer

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Provides support to the Manufacturing organization to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, to optimize existing processes, and to ensure that production goals are met. Monitors performance of equipment, machines and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields or product quality issues. Interfaces with Quality and Research and Development organizations to integrate new products or processes into the existing manufacturing area.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

Leads technical activities for new or improved products or process, for current programs, next generation programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company.

Presents findings and recommendations to leadership.

Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and new innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.

Utilizes lean six sigma methodologies, including DMAIC, Design of Experiments, and statistical analysis to identify process inputs / outputs and implement optimized processes.

Understands engineering principles theories, concepts, practices and techniques.

Recognized leader or authority in an area of specialization and applies this knowledge in leadership roles in the company.

Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion.

Understands the business needs of the company, and has knowledge of the customer needs of our business.

Understands the business cycle and foresight of emerging technologies trends.

Cultivates internal and external network of resources to complete tasks.

Serves as a resource in the selection orientation and training of new engineers and employees.

Leads project team(s), determines goals and objectives for the projects.

Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.

Interacts cross functionally and with internal and external customers.

Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters.

Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities.

Additional Responsibilities

Present findings and recommendations.

Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and new innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.

Understands engineering principles theories, concepts, practices and techniques.

Recognized leader or authority in an area of specialization and applies this knowledge in leadership roles in the company.

Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion.

Understands the business needs of the company, and has knowledge of the customer needs of our business.

Understands the business cycle and foresight of emerging technologies trends.

Cultivates internal and external network of resources to complete tasks.

Serves as a resource in the selection orientation and training of new engineers and employees.

Leads project team(s), determines goals and objectives for the projects.

Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.

Interacts cross functionally and with internal and external customers.

Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters.

Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities.

Education

Education Level : Bachelors Degree (± 16 years)

Major / Field of Study : Engineering or Technical Field

or

an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.

Experience

Minimum 9 years

Experience Details

Manufacturing engineering experience required. Experience designing and testing medical devices preferred. Experience developing manufacturing processes and technologies and designing for manufacturability preferred. Previous project management and people management experience required.

Experience working in a broader enterprise / cross-division business unit model preferred. 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.

Ability to travel including internationally.

The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 - $173,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.