Manufacturing Engineer II
Irvine, CA - USA
Job Summary
Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. OurManufacturing Engineer IIposition is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.
Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patients life. Our Global Supply Chain team plays a central part in ensuring our products are delivered to patients with cardiovascular disease. Youll partner cross-functionally with manufacturing operations and sales teams delivering thoughtful solutions to complex challenges all while developing your knowledge of the medical device industry. Whether your work includes strategic inventory planning labeling warehouse management material handling or any of our other supply chain opportunities you will be making a meaningful contribution to our team and to patients all over the world.
How youll make an impact:
Apply knowledge of technical principles and Edwards systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes
Optimize manufacturing processes using engineering methods (e.g. Six Sigma and Lean) for continuous improvement and/or the design/redesign of equipment tools fixtures etc. employing strong technical design skills
Develop moderately complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results make recommendations and develop reports
Analyze and resolve moderately complex manufacturing and compliance issues (e.g. CAPA nonconformances audit observations)
Develop training and documentation materials (e.g. work instructions) to enable seamlessknowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
Establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer expectations using project management tools (e.g. project plans risk analyses)
Oversee manufacturing support tasks; provide instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians offer feedback and coordinate technician work
Perform other incidental duties as assigned by leadership
What youll need (Required):
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Scientific field plus 2 years related experience
Masters Degree or equivalent with internship senior projects or thesis in Engineering or related Scientific field includingeither industry or industry/education
What else we look for (Preferred):
Proficiency with MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (as applicable)
Strong documentation and communication skills (written and verbal) with effective consultative and relationshipmanagement abilities
Basic understanding of statistical techniques
Prior experience working with laboratory or industrial equipment (as applicable)
Solid understanding of engineering principles theories and concepts
Strong problemsolving organizational analytical and criticalthinking skills
Strong understanding of the processes and equipment used in assigned work
Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health & Safety and Quality guidelines related to cleanroom medical device manufacturing
Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for the medical device industry
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally across all organizational levels
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fastpaced environment
Ability to work effectively in a team environment including managing vendors and project stakeholders
Ability to build productive internal and external working relationships
Commitment to adhering to all company rules and requirements (e.g. pandemic protocols Environmental Health & Safety rules) and taking appropriate measures to prevent injuries protect the environment and prevent pollution within their scope of influence and control
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance we offer competitive salaries performance-based incentives and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California the base pay range for this position is $87000 to $123000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g. qualifications education prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role as a condition of employment you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19 unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW), is the global leader of patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease and critical care monitoring. We are driven by a passion for patients, dedicated to improving and enhancing lives through partnerships with clinicians and stakehol ... View more