Abbott
Healthcare
HardwareDevelopmentEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Hardware Development Engineer at Abbott. Skills: Analog design, Digital design, PCB development. Design capital equipment medical devices. Design medical equipment”
Industry & Context.
Resolve complex technical problems; Identify root causes; Solve complex problems
10% travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, 2 years relevant industry experience, 2 years analog/digital design experience, Solid analog and digital circuits understanding, Soldering and de soldering techniques, Assemble prototype boards, Verbal and written communication skills, Good organizational skills, Ability to multi-task, Take initiative and work independently, Work effectively in cross-functional team, Work within quality management system, Solve complex problems, Prioritize and meet deadlines, Proficiency with RF measurement techniques
Nice to Have
Capital Equipment Medical Device experience, Develop new designs, Learn new skills quickly, Identify and deliver key engineering information, Experience in broader enterprise model, Work in highly matrixed environment, Leverage others to accomplish projects, Communicate at multiple levels, Organizational and follow-up skills, Attention to detail
What You'll Do.
Design capital equipment medical devices
Design medical equipment
Apply analog design principles
Develop and execute tests
Support design development
Create parts and components
Apply electrical engineering principles
Analyze complex systems
Design complex systems
Write engineering reports
Support New Product Development
Support on market R&D
Ensure compliance to IEC 60601-1
Ensure compliance to IEC 60601-1-2
Create technical documentation
Maintain technical documentation
Store documents in Windchill
Design layout for prototyping
Develop test code for fixtures
Maintain documentation
Resolve technical problems
Facilitate problem resolution
Prevent re-occurrence
Write technical reports
Conduct presentations
Provide engineering test reports
Ensure procedural compliance
Ensure documentation compliance
Conceptualize new designs
Support animal studies
Support bench testing
Support clinical evaluations
Establish test methods
Document design concepts
Support project transfers
Support company initiatives
Support QMS initiatives
Support EMS initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional product development team
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
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. ## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. * Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. * An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution * Tuition reimbursement, the [Freedom 2 Save](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and [FreeU](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. * A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. * A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** The **Electrical****Engineer** , at our Little Canada/St. Paul, MN location, will be responsible for designing capital equipment medical devices in Abbott’s Electrophysiology medical device division. In this fast growing, highly visible group, you will be instrumental in designing and developing medical equipment with strong emphasis/focus on analog design principles. This role develops and executes tests to ass
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