Principal Engineer
Buffalo Grove, IL
Req ID 50092BR
Business Title
Principal Engineer
Business
Medical Products
Sub-Business
Supply Chain
Country
US
State/Province
Illinois
Location of Position
Buffalo Grove, IL
Shift_
1st
Job Description
Applies a solid understanding of engineering and problem-solving theories/practices toward the development of new or enhanced products or processes. Drives service product development process (PDP) deliverables and infrastructure required for initial product launch and lifecycle management. Participates on the R&D design team to select, develop, and implement technologies/features for Baxter medical device hardware system products globally.
1. Represents Technical Services on new product development and/or lifecycle management teams.
2. Creates PDP and lifecycle management service deliverables throughout the product lifecycle for medical device products involving hardware.
3. Creates global service plans for new product platform releases. Leads plan implementation for service training, test equipment, tools, spare parts, and service manuals / instructions
4. Evaluates / makes recommendations on product releases related to design for serviceability. Creates (or modifies existing) servicing processes and manuals to support repair or refurbishment fielded product at multiple global sites.
5. Works closely with design team to select, develop, and implement technologies across all medical device development programs.
6. Analyzes key servicing metrics to identify and implement opportunities for improvement in service process quality, cost, or product reliability.
7. Devises new approaches to complex problems through the application of sound technical principles / root cause analysis.. Projects typically include the development of new or improved processes, tools, techniques and procedures.
8. May integrate third-party manufactured medical device products into Baxter's service operations in accordance with Baxter distribution and/or development partnerships.
9. May independently plan, schedule and lead cross-functional teams in detailed phases of the engineering work in a project.
10. May approve the work of lower level engineers; may supervise other engineers or technicians.
Job Requirements
Minimum qualifications:
1. Must be well versed in core engineering disciplines (e.g. mechanical, electrical, software, systems engineering).
2. Highly motivated self-starter who is able to work independently, relate to multiple stakeholders, have good interpersonal skills, have good time management ability, and is capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and application of sound engineering principles.
3. Experience with change control methodologies and configuration management principles.
4. Ability to exercise independent judgment and draw conclusions based on available information.
5. Strong process orientation, critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to develop and improve processes related to the manufacture, service and support of electro-mechanical devices.
6. Firm understanding of GMP and quality system requirements
7. Must have the ability to travel.
Bachelor's degree in a core engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, software, systems, or mfg/process engineering) plus 6-8 years of experience. Medical device experience or other regulated industry experience preferred. Experience in the use of Lean Six Sigma tools highly desirable.
Doing Work that Matters
Baxter provides its employees with comprehensive compensation and benefits. To view additional opportunities at Baxter and to learn more about the company, please visit our Web site at company website. EOE M/F/D/V.
