Smith+Nephew
Medical Devices
ManufacturingEngineerII
“Manufacturing Engineer II at Smith+Nephew. Skills: Manufacturing processes, Validation activities, Process improvement, Medical devices. Develop manufacturing methods. Implement manufacturing methods”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve yield; Reduce variation; Prevent recurrence of non-conformances; Optimize manufacturability; Ensure compliance; Lead cost-reduction initiatives
Industry & Context.
Process troubleshooting; Data analysis; Improve yield; Reduce variation; Prevent recurrence of non-conformances
Standing and walking in production areas for extended periods, Lifting objects up to 50 lbs occasionally, Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), Less than 10% domestic and/or international travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Familiarity with validation activities (URS, FDS, IQ, OQ, PQ, VRA) required, Working knowledge of GD&T, Mechanical drawing interpretation, Knowledge of materials commonly used in orthopedic implants (Titanium, Cobalt Chrome, Stainless Steel, medical-grade plastics)
Nice to Have
Master of Science in Engineering, 2–4 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated medical device preferred, Experience with CNC machining, Experience with metal finishing (e. g. , bead blast, grit blast, polishing), Experience with additive manufacturing, Proficiency with CAD tools (Siemens NX)
What You'll Do.
Develop manufacturing methods
Implement manufacturing methods
Sustain manufacturing methods
Support new equipment installations
Support validation activities
Conduct process troubleshooting
Support continuous improvement
Lead cost-reduction initiatives
Develop process documentation
Maintain process documentation
Assist in developing Process Maps
Assist in developing pFMEAs
Assist in developing MSA plans
Assist in developing control plans
Contribute to new product introduction
Contribute to process transfer
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with cross-functional teams (Quality, NPD, Operations, and Maintenance)
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