Experienced Supplier Engineer

About the role

We are searching for the best talent for an Experienced Engineer, Supplier Process Engineering at ABIOMED. This role is a key technical resource for the company’s continued growth and offers a great opportunity to make a difference at one of the fastest-growing medical technology companies.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical point of contact with suppliers who provide custom injection molded or extrusion components and/or multi-component sub-assemblies
• Lead efforts at suppliers to drive them for continuous improvement activities leading to yield and quality improvements using data driven approach and Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Engage with design engineers at early stages of development projects to review specifications and drawings; suggest and evaluate different potential manufacturing methods
• Utilize project management tools and skills to set milestone targets with suppliers and track and report out on deliverables
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and suppliers to determine qualification deliverables including: Process Validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), Inspection Reports, Gage R&R, and Process Capability Analysis while offering appropriate support where needed
• Act as a technical partner with internal incoming inspection teams to assess non-conformances and collaborate with suppliers to perform root cause investigations
• Support product development projects as a liaison responsible for supplier interactions and deliverables
• Perform DFM activities by engaging suppliers early in development cycle to provide feedback for manufacturability improvements in the designs prior to production
• Lead and manage supplier change notifications including but not limited to equipment, process or design changes
• Collaborate with sourcing and development teams to determine criteria for supplier selection and supplier evaluation for new or second source projects
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers on the team

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, plastics engineering or related disciplines
• 3+ years experience in professional field, medical device experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience designing, improving or supporting manufacturing of injection molded and/or extruded plastics components
• Preferred knowledge of component assembly processes including gluing, press/snap fits, chemical bonding
• Proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Basic metrology skills, experience with calipers, gauge pins, vision system/optical comparator
• Ability to prioritize & complete tasks effectively to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Analytical software's like Minitab
• Willingness to travel up to 25% within the United States

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, plastics engineering or related disciplines
• 3+ years experience in professional field, medical device experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience designing, improving or supporting manufacturing of injection molded and/or extruded plastics components
• Preferred knowledge of component assembly processes including gluing, press/snap fits, chemical bonding
• Proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Basic metrology skills, experience with calipers, gauge pins, vision system/optical comparator
• Ability to prioritize & complete tasks effectively to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Analytical software's like Minitab
• Willingness to travel up to 25% within the United States

Skills

• Analytical Reasoning
• Computerized Equipment Skills
• Emerging Technologies
• Gemba Kaizen
• Issue Escalation
• Lean Supply Chain Management
• Problem Solving
• Process Control
• Process Engineering
• Process Oriented
• Product Improvements
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
• Application
• Situational Awareness
• Supply Planning
• Technical Research
• Tech-Savvy
• Validation Testing

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $79,000 - $127,000.

Schedule

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year. Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year. Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Business Accident Insurance
• Group Legal Insurance
• Consolidated Retirement Plan (pension)
• Savings Plan (401k)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit https://www.careers.jnj.com/.