Senior R&D Engineer

About the role

This position works out of our Plymouth, MN location in the EP division. We are seeking a high caliber, experienced R&D Engineer to provide technical expertise through the planning and execution of high-profile projects related to electrophysiology catheters. In Abbott's Electrophysiology (EP) business, we're advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

What You'll Work On

• Provides technical leadership for multiple product design and manufacturing quality improvement and product cost reduction projects related to electrophysiology catheters.
• Establish design and process requirements for electrophysiology catheter components.
• Run empirical and experimental analysis utilizing various analytical design tools to support design improvements and cost reduction efforts.
• Prepare technical reports, analysis, recommendations, and presentations reflecting the status and results of technical studies in progress.
• Research various cost-effective, alternative approaches to current designs and processes.
• Directs support personnel and coordinates project activities.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate R&D-related project tasks and activities.
• Test method and fixture development.
• Reviews and provides functional approval for project and quality system documentation.
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, biological sciences, medical/clinical science or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' R&D experience in the medical device industry.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models (SolidWorks), assemblies, and prints.
• Experience working within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong technical leadership skills including the ability to coach and mentor less experienced employees.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines in timely manner.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%, including internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a technical or business field is preferred.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.