Staff Process Development Engineer
We are seeking a talented Process/Automation Engineer with experience in Electronics manufacturing to develop new ways of realising the design of electronic components to manufacturing for our ENT powered instruments.
Job Description:
You will be part of our dynamic Advanced Operation global team, working closely with design engineers, subject matter experts, and manufacturing stakeholders. Your primary responsibility will be to develop manufacturing approaches and concepts for next-generation surgical instruments. These instruments will push the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of patient care.
Main Responsibilities:
* Develop manufacturing solutions for electronics components and associated assembly processes.
* Identify and build relationships with key component suppliers.
* Determine and develop approaches to technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
* Use latest engineering techniques to reduce product time to market whilst adhering to regulatory requirements, project deadlines, and product costs.
* Build productive internal and external working relationships and provide guidance and train other team members.
* Provide engineering support for new product and process introductions.
* Evaluate and ensure quality of process and product as defined in operation and material specifications.
* Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
* Lead/support capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment, contract negotiation, installation, and validation.
* Analyse equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental test and result analysis.
* Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation associated with product transfers and launches.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Automation / Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic Engineering (Level 8), or related engineering discipline with 4 or more years' experience or a related master's degree.
* High level of manufacturing process competence with hands-on practical approach.
* Electronics Design for Manufacture/Assembly experience.
* Experience in process validation.
* Understanding of electronics schematics and technical documentation.
* PCB Design software experience is beneficial.
* Proven track record of working in a team-based environment.
* Excellent Interpersonal Skills – able to express ideas and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
* Innovative thinker - able to envisage new and better ways of doing things.
* Complex problem-solving techniques related to manufacturing/design technical issues.
* Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and related statistical tools.
* Certified in validation activities.
* Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry beneficial.
* Excellent attention to detail.