A Process Control Engineer designs, operates and maintains process control systems in manufacturing companies. Works to ensure that production, quality assurance and safety requirements are met in manufacturing operations. Operates and maintains process control equipment and provides preventative maintenance. May create or maintain automation processes for a company.
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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
Performs analyses to develop design specifications and performance requirements. Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process (advantages/limitations) engineering planning. Selects techniques to solve problems and make sound design recommendations.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Establishes processes based on product specifications. Evaluates process and design alternatives based on "design for manufacturability" principles. Understands principles of "Cost of Goods Sold". Manages program compliance with "Quality Control" requirements (i.e. Design Control, Process validation etc.). Understands IP issues relative to processes being developed. Maintains knowledge of new developments in manufacturing and design technologies. Understand work environment issues (i.e. OSHA regulations, etc.). Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements. Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) Engineering or Technical Field Experience/Background Minimum 2 years 2 - 4 years manufacturing experience. Experience designing and testing medical devices required. Experience developing manufacturing processes and technologies and designing for manufacturability required. Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Ability to travel, including internationally. The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 - $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
