R&D Engineer I

Job description

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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

R&D Engineer I – Electrophysiology    Plymouth, MN

Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology and Heart Failure (EPHF) division, we’re advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. 

What you will do:

As R&D Engineer I, at our Plymouth, MN location, you will be part of our Electrophysiology (EP) Catheter product development team focused on delivering the future in diagnostic, imaging, and ablation therapy catheters. This role will involve a range of responsibilities including but not limited to design concept generation, requirement development, testing and data analysis, and test method development and validation. 

Primary Responsibilities:

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Under guidance, generating design concepts to meet specific design goals

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Involved in requirement development to influence design goals

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Involved in test method and model development

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Complete testing and data analysis to achieve design and process development goals

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Work with internal departments and outside vendors to obtain prototype parts

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Support invention disclosures

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Support pre-clinical and clinical testing of devices

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Support design reviews and physician visits

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Support development of risk management documentation (DFMEA, UFMEA, PFMEA)

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Execute activity in support of project goals

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Gain an understanding of the quality and regulatory requirements of SJM, FDA and ISO regulations

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completion of assigned tasks

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Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. 

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

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Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned

Required Qualifications:

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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related Engineering degree

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1+ years’ experience designing, testing, manufacturing or other engineering support

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Experience working within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment

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Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization

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Proficient in collaborating with project stakeholders (client and internal), end-users, business partners, and technical team members

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Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner

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Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

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GPA: 3.0 or higher preferred

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Medical device experience

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Exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes used in medical devices, specifically deflectable sheaths and/or EP Catheters preferred

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Solidworks or other CAD experience

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Worked with an electronic document control system (Windchill, etc.)

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Experience working with cross-functional teams in a geographically diverse, matrixed organization

WHAT WE OFFER   

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

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Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  

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Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  

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Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs 

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Paid time off   

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401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 

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The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com   

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.  

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JOB FAMILY:

Product Development

     

DIVISION:

EPHF Electrophysiology & Heart Failure

        

LOCATION:

United States > Minnesota > Plymouth : 5050 Nathan Lane N

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     
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