Abbott · 13 hours ago
Engineering Manager
Westfield, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$99K/yr - $199K/yr
6+ years expAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The Engineering Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of complex manufacturing and production engineering projects, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards while leading a diverse team to achieve operational excellence.
BiotechnologyMedical DeviceHealthcareWellnessManufacturingPharmaceuticalLife ScienceEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalNutrition
Responsibilities
Manages the planning, design, and development of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and process development products to meet production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality
Oversees multiple engineering projects across disciplines, ensuring they are completed within time and budget, while maintaining financial and performance accountability
Provides leadership on project prioritization, process validations, and continuous improvement activities to enhance technical capabilities./Implements and manages resource planning and project management tools, coordinating project engineers for Operations projects
Supports continuing production, process development, and new product introductions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals./Driving operational efficiencies and optimisations into manufacturing processes
Monitors and evaluates project and department progress, making adjustments as needed to meet business demands./Leads and participates in cross-functional teams to support organizational goals and facilitate collaboration
Reviews and approves protocols, written reports, and technical documentation in accordance with business standards./Prepares and manages departmental budgets, controlling expenditures to stay within approved spending limits
Develops and communicate strategies, policies, and procedures to implement within the managed area. /Proactively identifies and influences changes in technology and industry trends to maintain technical leadership
Establishes and fosters a development culture by encouraging feedback, mentoring, and coaching to improve team performance
Evaluates risk/reward trade-offs and makes contingency plans to ensure project success
Prepares and presents key reports, analysis, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
Directs operations by coordinating efforts across multiple groups, making timely decisions, and ensuring high performance and accountability
Hires, retains, and develops a diverse, highly qualified engineering staff, providing ongoing performance feedback and coaching
Maintains positive and cooperative communications with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors
Develops and implements engineering systems and procedures to ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, and other applicable regulations
Ensures a safe work environment consistent with Environmental, Health & Safety requirements and company policies
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering principles, and quality systems, including FDA, GMP, and Environmental, Health & Safety regulations
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively
Expertise in technical leadership, team development, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Ability to analyze complex technical designs and processes, ensuring alignment with functional and business requirements
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and present key findings and strategies to senior management
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) in engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence
An equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum 6 years significant engineering, project management, and / or operational experience
Extensive experience managing complex manufacturing and production engineering projects, including process development and design
Proven track record of leading diverse engineering teams and managing multiple concurrent projects with financial and performance accountability
Demonstrated expertise in continuous improvement initiatives, process validation, and compliance with FDA, GMP, and other regulatory standards
Strong background in resource planning, project management, and technical problem solving within a regulated environment
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering principles, and quality systems, including FDA, GMP, and Environmental, Health & Safety regulations
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively
Expertise in technical leadership, team development, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Ability to analyze complex technical designs and processes, ensuring alignment with functional and business requirements
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and present key findings and strategies to senior management
Experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) or Independent Technical Expert (ITE) on specialized technical matters
Preferred
SS greenbelt certification preferred
Benefits
Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
The Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
Company
Abbott
Abbott is a healthcare company that produces diagnostic kits, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.79M2011-03-15Post Ipo Debt· $0.1M
2009-03-16Post Ipo Debt· $6.69M
1980-12-12IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Ford
President & Chief Executive Officer
Mike Peterson
Senior Vice President
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