Systems Engineer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Systems Engineer (Princeton, NJ) - Abbott Point of Care (APOC)

Abbott Point of Care is a global leader in providing critical medical diagnostic and data management products for rapid blood analysis that are intuitive, reliable, and cost-effective. Our i-STAT System is an advanced, portable diagnostic tool that provides real-time, lab-quality results within minutes to accelerate patient-care decision-making. The i-STAT System has the industry's most comprehensive menu of tests in a single, with-patient platform, including tests for blood gases, electrolytes, chemistries, coagulation, hematology, glucose, and cardiac markers. By delivering lab-quality results in minutes, our i-STAT System fosters a collaborative, patient-centered environment while driving improved operational performance.

Our Princeton, NJ location has an opportunity for a Systems Engineer. The Systems Engineer will work on Abbott Point of Care's Alinity line of products as well as other New Product Introduction initiatives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Participate in requirements writing, requirements management, requirements analysis, risk analysis, hazard analysis, product test and evaluation, System V & V, and/or design control documentation.
• Support on-market products, work with design engineers and suppliers to optimize product design.
• Provide support and consultancy to suppliers on process validations and process development.
• Manage Design Change Package activities to implement a variety of updates including process improvements, product enhancements, and supply continuity updates.
• Contribute to the technical aspects of Problem Solving, Failure Analysis, and Corrective and Preventative Actions.
• Design and conduct system level characterization/verification of complex systems.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and document test results.
• Participate in integration of analytical and performance related elements with software, hardware, and electronics system components.
• Communicate effectively and participate on cross functional development teams.
• Failure to properly integrate all systems could result in product introduction delays and quality issues.
• Gain a detailed understanding of the quality and regulatory requirements of Abbott, FDA and ISO regulations, managing projects within these requirements.
• Gain a detailed understanding of overall scheduling, managing time and tasks within a defined schedule.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Required

• 5+ years of engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Field (Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical preferred).
• Experience in fast paced operations engineering environment, medical device experience preferred.
• Must be capable of coordinating cross functionally with groups such as R&D, Supply Chain, GP (Global Procurement), Design and Supplier Quality to drive design change packages and nonconformances.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast paced changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as an attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed business environment.
• Solid knowledge of general engineering/science principals and laboratory skills.
• Strong knowledge of defined development process that is consistent with ISO, FDA design control standards or requirements.
• Knowledge of contemporary design control and risk management practices.
• Understanding of the electro-mechanical, software, mathematical, chemical or biochemical process operative in diagnostic systems.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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JOB FAMILY:
Engineering

DIVISION:
APOC Point of Care

LOCATION:
United States > Princeton : 400 College Road East

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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