Engineer II, Manufacturing

Engineer II, Manufacturing

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineer II, Manufacturing position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

How you will make an impact:

1. Optimize manufacturing processes, including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) for continuous process improvement and/or re-design/design of equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. to improve manufacturing processes, employing technical design skills.
2. Develop moderately complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports.
3. Analyze and resolve moderately complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations).
4. Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes.
5. Establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.).
6. Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work.
7. Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership.

What you'll need (Required):

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field, 2 years experience required or
2. Master's Degree or equivalent with internship, senior projects, or thesis in Engineering or Scientific field including either industry or industry/education required.

What else we look for (Preferred):

1. Good computer skills in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable).
2. Good documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills.
3. Basic understanding of statistical techniques.
4. Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment required (if applicable).
5. Solid understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering.
6. Solid problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
7. Solid understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work.
8. Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for medical device industry.
9. Strict attention to detail.
10. Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels.
11. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
12. Must be able to work in a team environment, including the ability to manage vendors and project stakeholders.
13. Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.