Manufacturing Engineer I - #1335413

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.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• 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 a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The position of Manufacturing Engineer I is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets business unit located in Scarborough, Maine.

The primary responsibility will be to support manufacturing process improvements, and quality/cost savings initiatives while assuring compliance with cGMP, quality, and safety standards.

This job description will be reviewed periodically and is subject to change by management.

What You’ll Work On

• Works to identify the root cause of manufacturing failures using structured problem-solving.
• Evaluates machine logic, electromechanical systems, and process controls to troubleshoot equipment.
• Supports design of experiments, validation, completion of testing, and analysis of data for continuous improvement activities.
• Analyzes current equipment for process suitability and provides detailed improvement plans.
• Creates and revises manufacturing documents, specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety instructions, validation protocols, risk assessments, procedures, and other technical documents to ensure compliant, efficient, and safe procedures.
• Works with other engineers and technicians in developing solutions and improvements in materials, equipment, and processes as necessary.
• Actively participates in teams as necessary to ensure continual improvement, safety, and compliance
• Provides training to technicians and operators on Standard Operating Procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent combination of education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an engineering role in a manufacturing environment.
• Engineering Electrical design experience
• Familiarity with software related Database; CAD; Development; Internet software; Inventory; Manufacturing; Project Management software;
• Familiarity with a variety of material testing and measuring methods.
• Experience working in a GMP, FDA, ISO, and USDA-regulated environment.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software (Minitab).
• Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
• Microsoft Excel software and Microsoft Word software.

* 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

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

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.