Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 yearAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.  The Opportunity  This position works out of our Pleasanton, CA location in the Heart Failure Division. In Abbott’s Heart Failure (HF) business, we’re developing solutions to diagnose, monitor and manage heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.  As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer you will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality.What You’ll Work On Manage projects which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductionsProvide guidance to other engineers and techniciansAdditional responsibilities include:Provide technical mentorship to engineers and techniciansSupport Process FMEAs and Process ValidationsImprove product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing conceptsCoordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipmentWork with Product Development to ensure Design for ManufacturabilitySupports development activities at suppliers including issue tracking, process development, fixture design, and validation.Individual should:Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal directionHave excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skillsWork effectively with cross-functional teams    Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirementsComplies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignmentsMaintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendorsPerforms other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assignedRequired Qualifications Mechanical, Chemical or any engineering or technical degree or equivalent experience required5+ years manufacturing engineering experienceStrong analytical, problem solving and project management skillsDemonstrated leadership capability in team settingsAbility to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environmentAbility to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projectsStrong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organizationMultitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely mannerStrong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detailAbility to travel approximately 10%, including internationallyPreferred Qualifications Machining experience preferredMedical device experience preferredInternational manufacturing experience preferredExperience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:    Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at , on Facebook at /Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 – $173,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Created: 2025-09-14