Summary

The sustaining engineering project team, in Patient Support Systems (PSS), is responsible for managing and coordinating engineering product design changes for currently released products. We are a team of project leaders and engineers who embrace a collaborative environment to respond to the changing needs of each project and resolve issues to avoid project delays and disruptions for our operations team. As part of the sustaining engineering project team, you will be responsible for leading design changes for medical device products such as hospital beds and equipment. The projects may be related to design improvements, new compliance requirements, quality improvements, or operations and supply chain support.

Job description

Your Role at Baxter

The sustaining engineering project team, in Patient Support Systems (PSS), is responsible for managing and coordinating engineering product design changes for currently released products. We are a team of project leaders and engineers who embrace a collaborative environment to respond to the changing needs of each project and resolve issues to avoid project delays and disruptions for our operations team. As part of the sustaining engineering project team, you will be responsible for leading design changes for medical device products such as hospital beds and equipment. The projects may be related to design improvements, new compliance requirements, quality improvements, or operations and supply chain support.

What you'll be doing

Lead cross-functional project teams from planning through implementation. The team may include both internal and external team members.
Effectively plan and execute projects using project management tools, coach project team members, solve problems, and make decisions for the project
Lead multiple small to medium projects with limited supervision
Communicate both up and down the organization to complete projects and provide status updates on the projects.
Support change control KPI reporting with project reporting
Create and maintain project schedules
Assist in tracking and communication of project risks
Support continuous improvement opportunities and ongoing process improvements within the sustaining engineering project team.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s degree, strongly preferred in engineering/technical field
1-3 years of project management experience managing projects of various sizes
Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate with a diverse group of cross-functional stakeholders including engineering, sourcing, operations, quality, regulatory, Marketing, etc.
Strong communication (verbal, written, and presentation) skills
Attention to detail
Strong commitment to timely project execution

Preferred experience

Experience with Microsoft Project and Monte Carlo simulation
Experience with Agile Product Lifecycle Management from Oracle
Project Management Professional (PMP certification)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, strongly preferred in engineering/technical field
1-3 years of project management experience managing projects of various sizes
Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate with a diverse group of cross-functional stakeholders including engineering, sourcing, operations, quality, regulatory, Marketing, etc.
Strong communication (verbal, written, and presentation) skills
Attention to detail
Strong commitment to timely project execution
Experience with Microsoft Project and Monte Carlo simulation
Experience with Agile Product Lifecycle Management from Oracle
Project Management Professional (PMP certification)

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) Matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational Assistance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Family and Medical Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Commuting Benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program
Childcare Benefits

Company overview

Baxter International Inc. is an American multinational healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, founded in 1931. As a leading global medical device manufacturer, Baxter specializes in developing and producing essential medical products for treating chronic and acute medical conditions. The company operates across three primary business segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals. Baxter's extensive product portfolio includes intravenous (IV) solutions, infusion pumps, dialysis equipment for kidney disease treatment, surgical technologies, and hospital pharmaceuticals. With approximately 38,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues exceeding $10 billion, Baxter plays a critical role in global healthcare infrastructure. The company is particularly known for its leadership in IV fluid production, manufacturing approximately 60% of the intravenous fluids used in the United States. Baxter's innovations include pioneering developments in artificial kidney technology and advanced surgical products, serving healthcare providers across more than 100 countries. The company maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in medical technology advancements that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery efficiency.