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This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: As the Principal Project Lead SMT you will be responsible for the introduction and optimization of PCBA manufacturing lines with in-circuit testing into an Abbott facility. Leading cross functional teams to support large scale projects including the implementation of new processes and products into manufacturing sites. You will have prior experience and familiarity with a cGMP, FDA, and ISO regulated environments. A good understanding & knowledge of PCBA manufacturing systems, measuring technology, equipment software, basic knowledge of the design of electronic circuits & GAMP guidelines. Competency with SMT Technology, RF and NFC communications, robotic pick and place, equipment control systems, lasers.
This role will require
Project related travel approximately of 30-50%, to the US and Europe.
Key Responsibilities: . Creates activities at the equipment supplier(s) to ensure that production start-up through to increase volumes are achieved within ADC requirements.
Provides technical leadership, project management, and mentorship to engineers and team members.
· Spearhead and participates in design, planning, introduction, and sustaining of PCBA manufacturing lines.
Provides technical, validation, and less experienced engineering staff.
Interconnects with product team members, department managers, designers/equipment manufacturers, ADC R&D, quality and regulatory personnel.
Represents the department/division on projects.
Develops and promotes the implementation of new ideas or potential solutions and champions change without causing a delay.
Implements any necessary engineering changes.
Develops and provides solutions to problems that require advanced technical expertise.
Plans and conducts small to medium-sized assigned projects requiring conventional methods of planning, investigations, and/or equipment.
Designs and leads complex engineering studies and experiments frequently with multiple variables.
Analyses complex issues and determines their impact using statistical analysis of measurement results.
Sets a comprehensive design and process requirement.
Completes documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business regulations.
Leads and/or participates in cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives.
Qualifications & Experience : Engineering Degree or equivalent with 5+ years progressive technical experience and demonstrated competence with Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science/Information technology/ Mechatronics degree preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with PCBA manufacturing processes and programming (screen printing, pick and place, SPI/AOI, reflow) required.
Relevant test engineering experience an advantage.
Experience in a medical device manufacturing environment.
Experience in electronic engineering and/or in fabrication and design of testing and test control apparatus and equipment, or software and systems testing.
Experience of design, commissioning, and validation lifecycles of complex automated equipment.
Proven track record in applying continuous improvement projects.
What we Offer Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
Family health insurance,
Excellent pension scheme
Life assurance
Career Development
Fantastic new facility
Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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