Senior Technical EngineerApply locations: Ireland - Finisklin
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: 31100900
JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAs a leader in enteral nutrition feeding devices, Abbott provides essential tools like enteral feeding pumps and pump sets for those who can't obtain nutrition by swallowing. These products deliver all the necessary calories and vitamins to keep our customers thriving.
Abbott's journey in Ireland began in 1974 with our first manufacturing facility in Sligo. Over the years, we've transformed from manual operations to a state-of-the-art, fully automated facility. Now located in Carbury Point, Finisklin, Sligo, our award-winning site is recognized for operational excellence, safety, training, and community involvement. The prestigious Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence highlights our commitment to continuous improvement and a culture of excellence, delivering sustainable results year after year.
Purpose of the role:As a Senior Technical Engineer, you will be instrumental in managing projects, conducting investigations, improving product design, executing various technical tasks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.
ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership: Lead site projects, develop project documentation, and prepare project plans in collaboration with key stakeholders. Conduct project planning, technical reviews, verification, and approval activities.Investigations: Conduct complaint and CAPA investigations, developing actions to remediate issues.System Design & Development: Manage the development of design, validation, and change control systems to ensure regulatory compliance.Testing: Perform routine testing to support ongoing changes related to feeds, giving sets, or pumps, including competitor products.Continuous Improvement: Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the team and across the site.Support Services: Provide documentation, training, and other services to international service centres to ensure cost-effective and compliant pump service operations.Communication: Present project updates to management, manage project communication with stakeholders and contractors, and educate employees by sharing technical expertise.Consultation: Serve as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters.Education & CompetenciesDegree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline, or at least 5 years of experience in a technical role within a regulated environment preferably medical device.Experience with ISO 13485 quality systems and awareness of Medical Device Directive 93/42 EEC and MDR regulations.Enthusiastic and energetic with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Self-starter with the ability to work independently.Flexible and innovative approach to work.The base pay for this position is: N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Engineering
DIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:Ireland > Sligo : Carbury Point, Finisklin Industrial & Technology Park, Sligo
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:Ie - Ansl39S3 (Ireland)
TRAVEL:Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Yes
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable
About UsAbbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it's next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.
The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life's greatest health challenges.
We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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