Sr. Engineer, Vision Systems

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people

Baxter is on a mission to modernize our global manufacturing locations through the implementation of advanced automation and Industry 4.0 tools. These tools are designed to improve our operations' efficiency goals and enable manufacturing sites to be smarter and leaner.

The Senior Engineer is a critical role responsible for advancing and sustaining digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives for Baxter's Americas manufacturing network.

The successful candidate will exhibit a passion for new technologies and automation, possess exceptional customer engagement, strong program management skills, a passion for data, and a quest for continuous improvement. Knowledge of various leading Industry 4.0 tools such as AI/ML, computer vision, autonomous vehicles, IoT platforms, cloud & edge computing, and related-emerging technologies is a key requirement.

Your team

Advanced Engineering & Digital Transformation is a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to tackle sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment.

When you join us, you will work with a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

What you'll be doing

• Partner with a team of multi-functional technical specialists (e.g., software, machine learning, computer vision, mechanical and controls engineers, network administrators, and cloud computing architects) to develop and implement transformative, highly connected, technologies for Industry 4.0.

Technologies will include, but are not necessarily limited to: AI-based computer vision systems, autonomous mobile robots/cobots for automation of manual material handling operations and/or periodic inspection tasks, etc.

• Support cross-functional teams at a Global scale to deploy advanced technologies at our manufacturing facilities.
• Effectively manage project work and commitments.
• Identify equipment/automation issues and recommend/implement improvements to Digital Transformation products and technologies.
• Support training workshops with regional and site manufacturing engineers on Digital Transformation technologies with the goals of helping participants understand the intricacies of the technology and how to implement and sustain it themselves.
• Generate technical documentation in support of project work and requirements, such as: protocols, reports, user requirements specifications (URS), design specifications, validation test cases, manuals, work instructions, etc.
• In this position you will learn to effectively use the command line in Linux (i.e., terminal) to provision hardware, collect diagnostic information, and perform troubleshooting.
• May use 3D CAD modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks) to design fixtures for computer vision systems or related Digital Transformation technologies.

What you'll bring

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field (e.g., computer science).
• Advanced computer literacy/proficiency is required - members of this team go well beyond basic word processing and generalized PC use. An ideal candidate will be able to successfully demonstrate a passion for learning software, coding, and related IT skills.
• Experience with computer vision hardware (i.e., industrial cameras, lenses, optics, and lighting).
• Experience engaging and effectively managing outside contractors, vendors, suppliers, etc.
• Ability to recognize and clearly communicate the business value of transformation programs.

Other requirements:

Business Travel: 20% - 30%

Location: Greater Asheville Area, NC or Greater Chicago Area, IL (Flexible)

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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