Summary

This position works out of our Pleasanton, CA location in the Heart Failure division. Abbott is seeking a Process Engineering professional to assist in the development of new manufacturing processes and equipment used in the production of medical devices. In this role, you will support process development studies, equipment validation activities, and continuous process improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional partners and maintaining compliance with quality and FDA requirements.

Job description

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Pleasanton, CA location in the Heart Failure division. Abbott is seeking a Process Engineering professional to assist in the development of new manufacturing processes and equipment used in the production of medical devices. In this role, you will support process development studies, equipment validation activities, and continuous process improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional partners and maintaining compliance with quality and FDA requirements.

What You'll Work On

Assist in the design, development, verification, and validation of new manufacturing processes and equipment.
Support optimization of manufacturing processes through testing, data collection, formatting, and analysis of engineering studies and DOEs.
Participate in equipment start-up activities and execution of validation protocols.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional development teams and contribute to technical design reviews.
Maintain quality system effectiveness and follow approved Design Control procedures in accordance with FDA guidelines.

Requirements

Associate's degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Physics preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum of 3 years of technical or related experience
Knowledge of general engineering principles
Technical experience in mechanical or chemical engineering
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of processes used in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, particularly diabetes strips
Experience performing engineering calculations, controlled tests, and statistical analyses
Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Debt Assistance
Education Benefit
Career Development

Company overview

Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare technology leader founded in 1888 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As an international medtech and pharmaceutical company, Abbott operates in approximately 160 countries worldwide with a workforce of over 115,000 employees. The company is organized into four major business segments: Medical Devices (48% of revenue), Diagnostics (20%), Nutritional Products (19%), and Established Pharmaceutical Products (12%). Abbott's medical devices portfolio includes revolutionary technologies such as the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring system for diabetes management, cardiovascular devices like the MitraClip and TriClip for heart valve repair, and neuromodulation systems for chronic pain management. The company's diagnostics division pioneered breakthrough tests including the first licensed HIV blood test in 1985. With a rich history spanning over 135 years, Abbott has consistently been recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies since 1984 and continues to drive innovation in healthcare technology to help people live healthier, fuller lives.