Process Development Engineer (Manufacturing, IVD)
Process Development Engineer (Manufacturing, IVD)
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Job Description
Process Development Engineer (Manufacturing IVD)
Location: Santa Clara CA Onsite Position - Local Candidates
Duration: 1 year extendable
JOB SUMMARY
As a member of the Client Sequencing Units Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) team the Process Development Engineer provides critical technical and operational support to
consumable and cartridge manufacturing operations. This contractor role bridges new product implementation and process optimization to maintain high product quality improve yields and
enhance manufacturing robustness. The role operates within a matrix organization collaborating with cross-functional and multinational teams to ensure compliance process capability and product supply integrity.
Responsibilities
Technical Support:
Provide hands-on support to troubleshoot manufacturing processes and drive improvement initiatives.
Conduct product and process characterization including capability studies and identification of critical parameters.
Author and maintain Work Instructions and other production-related documentation in compliance with quality standards.
Design and implement In-Process Controls (IPCs) to monitor CTQs during manufacturing.
Develop and maintain CTQ-Scorecards to track performance against quality attributes.
Lead or support root cause investigations using structured methodologies (e.g. Kepner- Tregoe 5 Whys Fishbone Analysis).
Partner with cross-functional teams for specification development process characterization and material qualification.
Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) and perform statistical analysis using tools such as JMP or Minitab.
Location: Santa Clara CA Onsite Position - Local Candidates
Duration: 1 year extendable
JOB SUMMARY
As a member of the Client Sequencing Units Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) team the Process Development Engineer provides critical technical and operational support to
consumable and cartridge manufacturing operations. This contractor role bridges new product implementation and process optimization to maintain high product quality improve yields and
enhance manufacturing robustness. The role operates within a matrix organization collaborating with cross-functional and multinational teams to ensure compliance process capability and product supply integrity.
Responsibilities
Technical Support:
Provide hands-on support to troubleshoot manufacturing processes and drive improvement initiatives.
Conduct product and process characterization including capability studies and identification of critical parameters.
Author and maintain Work Instructions and other production-related documentation in compliance with quality standards.
Design and implement In-Process Controls (IPCs) to monitor CTQs during manufacturing.
Develop and maintain CTQ-Scorecards to track performance against quality attributes.
Lead or support root cause investigations using structured methodologies (e.g. Kepner- Tregoe 5 Whys Fishbone Analysis).
Partner with cross-functional teams for specification development process characterization and material qualification.
Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) and perform statistical analysis using tools such as JMP or Minitab.
Continuous and Process Improvement:
Lead strategic improvement initiatives targeting cost reduction yield improvement and process efficiency.
Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies and maintain up-to-date process risk documentation (e.g. pFMEA).
Collaborate across the Client network to share and implement best practices.
Quality Mindset:
Ensure compliance with Quality System requirements through document control change management and monitoring.
Participate in and support audits CAPAs NCRs and validation of methods and systems.
Other duties as assigned by management.
MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor s degree or higher in Engineering (Biomedical Chemical Mechanical) or related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience are acceptable.
Minimum 5 years in medical device IVD or regulated manufacturing roles.
Experience with microfluidics surface chemistry reagent formulation or cartridge production preferred.
Proficiency in DOE SPC and statistical tools (e.g. JMP Minitab).
Prior experience authoring and managing production documentation in ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
Strong communication collaboration and influencing skills across all levels.
Ability to independently manage technical tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience implementing in-process controls and CTQ metrics.
Familiarity with structured root cause analysis tools: Kepner-Tregoe 5 Whys and Fishbone
Lead strategic improvement initiatives targeting cost reduction yield improvement and process efficiency.
Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies and maintain up-to-date process risk documentation (e.g. pFMEA).
Collaborate across the Client network to share and implement best practices.
Quality Mindset:
Ensure compliance with Quality System requirements through document control change management and monitoring.
Participate in and support audits CAPAs NCRs and validation of methods and systems.
Other duties as assigned by management.
MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor s degree or higher in Engineering (Biomedical Chemical Mechanical) or related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience are acceptable.
Minimum 5 years in medical device IVD or regulated manufacturing roles.
Experience with microfluidics surface chemistry reagent formulation or cartridge production preferred.
Proficiency in DOE SPC and statistical tools (e.g. JMP Minitab).
Prior experience authoring and managing production documentation in ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
Strong communication collaboration and influencing skills across all levels.
Ability to independently manage technical tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience implementing in-process controls and CTQ metrics.
Familiarity with structured root cause analysis tools: Kepner-Tregoe 5 Whys and Fishbone
Good-to-Have Qualifications
Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles (Green Belt certification preferred).
LEAN/Six Sigma Certification Green Belt preferred (attainable within 12 months).
Travel Requirements: Estimated Amount: 10%
Brief Description: Domestic and international travel based on business needs.
Travel Requirements: Estimated Amount: 10%
Brief Description: Domestic and international travel based on business needs.
Employment Type
Full-time
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