Manufacturing Engineer I

Lead and take ownership of complex manufacturing‑engineering challenges. Use technical expertise and business understanding to set direction, identify and solve problems proactively, often in areas without precedent. Drive improvements that span multiple systems and teams. Interact with peers and mentors to ensure sound decision‑making and validation of solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support automated 24×7 production: control systems, vision inspections (cameras, lighting, Cognex), UI modifications.
• Write work instructions, validation protocols, and equipment specs.
• Use Lean/Six Sigma tools, process mapping, experiments to improve efficiency, lower costs.
• Manage projects, coordinate with vendors and other departments.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, cGMP, and Abbott Quality Management policies.
• Maintain professional conduct, apply safe practices, including around hazardous materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering role.
• Experience with computer applications include SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel and Project.
• Verbal and written communication skills; Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to use MS Office and other manufacturing systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic knowledge of federal and other regulations governing medical device assembly and design, e.g. GMP, QSR, ISO and CMDR.
• Understanding of machine function, mechanical/electrical or software engineering.
• Knowledge of Lab View, PLC and other specialty machine and vision software.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving/lean tools.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.