Abbott
Healthcare
PrincipalProjectEngineer
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“Principal Project Engineer at Abbott. Skills: Project management, Automated manufacturing, Process development, Quality assurance. Lead complex projects of introduction and optimization of automated manufacturing lines. Manage, plan, and implement engineering projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve production start-up through to scale up; Meet long-term business goals; Meet evolving customer demands; Ensure project meets quality requirements; Adherence to required ADC policies and procedures; Measures and reports progress against approved timelines; Minimize risk to project delivery, product and/or safety
Industry & Context.
Problem solving approaches; Complex engineering studies; Complex problems; Statistical analysis; Root cause analysis; Corrective action measures
Pre-employment medical examination, Drug and alcohol screening, Travel approximately 25%, Europe and US travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Level 8 Degree in Engineering/Manufacturing, Science discipline, and equivalent with 5+ years progressive technical experience and demonstrated competence, Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment, Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects, verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization, Ability to Multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in timely manner, organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail, self-starting and self-motivated, Proven track-record of accomplishment in applying continuous improvement projects
Nice to Have
Automation / Electronics / Mechatronics degree preferred, Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with automated manufacturing processes preferred, 2+ years previous experience in a Medical Device or Pharmaceutical environment preferred, Experience of Project managing the implementation of high-speed automation lines in a high-volume medical device environment and new product process development preferred, Experience of design, commissioning, and validation lifecycles of complex automated equipment preferred, Knowledge and competence in development, validation, and launch of high-volume manufacturing lines for medical devices, Prior experience and familiarity with a cGMP, FDA, and ISO regulated environment, Understanding & knowledge of automated manufacturing systems, measuring technology, equipment software, pneumatics, electronics, vision systems, lasers, and GAMP guidelines
What You'll Do.
Lead complex projects of introduction and optimization of automated manufacturing lines
and implement engineering projects
Drive activities at equipment supplier(s)
Provide technical leadership and project management
Lead and participate in design
and sustaining of automated manufacturing lines
Ensure project meets quality requirements
Ensure prompt attention of Senior Management in areas of risk
Acts as an effective project leader
Interface with product team members
Represent department/division on projects
Develop and promote implementation of innovative ideas
Conceive and develop problem solving approaches
Designs and leads complex engineering studies and experiments
Analyses complex problems and identifies their impact
Responsible for completing documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with product team members; Collaborate with department managers; Collaborate with designers/equipment manufacturers; Collaborate with R&D; Collaborate with Quality; Collaborate with Regulatory personnel; Collaborate with vendors; Collaborate with suppliers; Collaborate with Third Party Manufacturers; Collaborate with host-site personnel; Collaborate with management; Collaborate with colleagues; Collaborate with internal (ADC) R&D; Collaborate with Regulatory groups; Collaborate with site operations
Communication Scope
Verbal communication skills; Written communication skills; Effectively communicate at multiple levels
Process & Methodology
Manage, plan, and implement major engineering projects, Project management for a team, Project leader, Project delivery, Project related travel
Full Job Description
## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Have you ever wanted to make a difference?** At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries. **Abbott Ireland** In Ireland, Abbott employs over 5,000 people across nine sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946. Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company **Abbott Diabetes Care & Global Engineering Support** As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers. Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we’re committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyse glucose levels. We are helping people with Diabetes lead healthier, happier lives. The FreeStyle Libre portfolio has been a cornerstone to Abbott’s successful business and has been developed on a platform of strong innovation throughout the organization. This role will require the successful candidate to be involved with multiple novel product and process development projects which compliment a culture of continuous improvement
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