Mechanical Engineer/Designer

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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

ABOUT ABBOTT DIAGNOSTICS:

The key to successful treatment and full recovery is often fast, accurate diagnosis. Abbott’s life-changing tests and diagnostic tools provide insights that enable smarter, faster decisions and transform the way the world is managing health.

Our pioneering technology spans the world of healthcare operations — with medical diagnostic instruments, tests, automation and informatics solutions for hospitals, reference labs, blood centers, emergency departments, physician offices and clinics.

Our location in Irving, TX currently has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer/Designer.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Summary:

Will be responsible for 3D modeling of Standard Purchase Parts (nuts, bolts, connectors, etc. ) for use in Abbott designs. Responsible for maintaining Standard Purchase Parts model library and, processing change requests as needed, updating models and drawings per redline changes and some minor design changes when required. Ideally seeking candidates with 5 years’ work experience using SolidWorks 3D CAD Design Tools for modeling and drafting.”

Responsibilities:

• Completes tasks within based on an outline with of suggestions for methods of approach and procedures to follow.
• Provides input to the product teams regarding the development of new designs, methods or processes.
• Reviews literature, patents, and current practices relevant to the solution of current problems.
• May assign work to designers or engineering technicians.
• Participates as part of product design team.
• Exchanges information with product team members, designers and, techs, and other engineering personnel.
• Develop training and guidance for use of Standard Purchase Part Library or other assignments relative to engineering design and development.
• Delivers recommendations and suggestions to other product team members.
• Defines Problems/ Recommends Solutions: Applies standard theoretical models and leading edge methodologies to interpret, and draw conclusions,.
• Recommend options, reviews literature and patents., Creates/ Modifies Designs for Basic Problems: Creates or modifies basic designs and supporting documentation based on design requirements.
• Plans Activity Structure: Makes plans, executes and revises as needed to accomplish assigned individual tasks to meet expectations (cost, quality, time).
• Performs Assessments & Executes Test Protocols: Establishes and reviews protocol requirements and determines validity of the test with guidance and review from senior engineers.
• Exchanges Information: Exchanges information with appropriate frequency and within a time frame to maximize its utility and promote cross functional collaboration, verifies that information is understood by the recipient.
• Adapts Information to Customer Needs: Delivers communications tailored to the needs of the receiver (managers, peers, customer)
• Makes Presentations : Defines purpose and objectives.,
• Organizes ideas, prepares A-V aids, keeps to time frame and presents intelligibly.
• Actively Listens: Listen actively to acquire information and understand the others viewpoint.
• Give Constructive Feedback: Give appropriate, helpful information specific to the issue, uses examples, and ties feedback to specific business issues.
• Resolves Conflicts: Faces conflicts and takes initiative to resolve them constructively so all parties can be productive, knows when to involve others.
• Actively Participates in Team Meetings: Actively participates in design review to meet team goals by offering pro and con suggestions, and works toward consensus.
• Shares Resources, Knowledge and Accountability: Shares resources and knowledge, assures the team takes accountability, draws on strengths of each team member.
• Serves in Multiple Team Roles: Serves as leader, contributor, facilitator, consultant, technical expert, arbitrator, and evaluator according to the needs of the team and task.
• Initiates Decisions: Makes timely and effective decisions, considers alternatives, uses sound judgment, and achieves closure on work.
• Confronts Issues: Confronts issues in a constructive manner and at an appropriate organizational level, and perseveres in the face of adversity.
• Motivates Others: Keeps morale high by encouraging others, giving positive feedback and, setting a good example, and makes and keeps commitments.
• Receive/Give Performance Feedback: Asks for and gives feedback on the strengths and development needs of self/ others.
• Identify Future Development Needs: Translates changes in business goals and objectives into the skills, knowledge and experience needed for future work Plans for and Achieves Development: .
• Prepares a plan that sets appropriate development goals, establishes timelines to fulfill development needs, balances the time needed for accomplishing current work and achieving development goals.
• Recognizes risk: Recognizes risks relative to procedures and regulatory requirements, and take appropriate action.
• Quantifies Risks: Identifies and quantifies technical risks and, their consequences relative to the overall success of the project ,and recommends appropriate actions,.
• Aligns Work with Departmental Priorities: Understands operational strategy and carries out responsibilities in line with department priorities, understands scope of processes.
• ,Stays Current: Demonstrates awareness of changes in science, industry, competitors and company.
• Improves Methods/ Designs/ Processes: Optimizes engineering methodology or manufacturing process, recognizes and implements good ideas/ innovations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required: Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or closely related discipline preferred.

Minimum Experience / Training Required :

• Applies engineering technical knowledge for specified engineering discipline for subsystem development. Applies engineering technical knowledge for specified engineering discipline for subsystem development.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and biologics is desired.
• 2 years of related work experience with degree or sufficient transferable experience to demonstrate functional equivalence to a degree

Preferred/Ideal Education, Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in: Mechanical Engineering/Design, from the following types of companies/industries: Electro-Mechanical Design and Packaging, Aerospace, Automotive and/or Healthcare (Medical Device manufacturer or similar)
• Software: CAD 3D Modeling (SolidWorks), Microsoft Office, Siemens Teamcenter, command line scripting or programming skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Pension Plan
• 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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