Senior Mechanical 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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Our Neuromodulation business is an area of expertise for Abbott. This business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. Our Solutions include Proclaim (TM) XR SCS System, the 1 Spinal cord stimulator on the market, Proclaim (TM) DRG Neurostimulator, the only FDA approved DRG therapy and a market leader in radiofrequency ablation therapy, Abbott RFA. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum. Our deep brain stimulation technology for progressive diseases help people manage their Parkinson''s disease and essential tremor symptoms, steering away from side effects.Our location in Plano, TX currently has an opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design new implantable, electro-mechanical devices in support of Abbott''s strategic plan.WHAT YOU''LL DORepresent Mechanical Engineering within cross-functional project teams and leads functional teamEnsure that program objectives are determined and met, and logistics are effectively coordinatedConceptualize new devices using material knowledge and innovative mechanical designApply fundamental engineering principles and analysis to de-risk a design concept before prototypingDesign empirical studies (including Design of Experiments) and test methods to understand design robustnessCollaborate with outside consultants, vendors, and the medical communityLead and support technical reviews and design reviewsEstablish requirements and specifications and support DHF development and reviewIdentify communicate, and mitigate project risks and issuesEnsure compliance with procedural and documentation requirements of Abbott, FDA and ISO design controlsPosition may require up to 5% travelEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU''LL BRING "‹RequiredBachelor''s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical or equivalent combination of education and work experience.4+ years of relevant product development or R&D experience in a regulated industry.Cross-functional collaboration with other engineering disciplines (Electrical, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, etc.)Experience designing for relevant manufacturing processes (e.g. biocompatible material selection, injection molding, printed circuit board fabrication, extrusion, metal forming, welding)Experience with CAD and FEA modeling software (Solid works/Pro-E)Demonstrated knowledge of sound design principles and practicesDemonstrated knowledge of risk management techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of root cause investigationExperience applying statistical techniques to inform design decisions (e.g. Design for Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturability)Excellent oral and written communication skillsMultitask, prioritize and meet deadlinesPosition may require up to 5% travelPreferredMS DegreeExperience with implantable hardware preferredDemonstrated knowledge of medical device design controls (21 CFR Part 820) and project managementExperience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferredWHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority (Include for Manufacturing roles only)Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled (Include for Manufacturing roles only)Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesLearn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

Created: 2021-11-29