Principal Software / Hardware Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title Principal Software / Hardware Manufacturing Engineer AutoReqId 67402BR Job Family Engineering Job Category Full-Time Job Classification Experienced Division Abbott Point-of-Care Shift. First Job Description

Abbott Point of Care (a division of Abbott Laboratories) products provide health care professionals immediate access to accurate, critical diagnostic test results at the point of patient care. The 2004 acquisition of i-STAT Corporation, a leading manufacturer of POC diagnostic systems, secured Abbotts access to an advanced technology platform and broad product menu. The i-STAThand-held analyzer enables physicians to make treatment decisions at the patients bedside, speeding care in emergency departments, operating rooms and critical care units. The integrated platform has a menu that includes chemistry panels, blood gases, coagulation, and cardiac markers.

We are looking for a high energy hands-on technical Principal Engineer capable of utilizing his/her acquired design skills and experience in leading the support activities for our complex hand-held medical device product line and participate with the R&D team in the introduction of changes and new designs into manufacturing. This Principal Engineer will also upgrade and/or develop new test systems (hardware and software) for the verification and testing of our current and future medical devices.

JOB SUMMARY: Set direction for, lead and take ownership of manufacturing engineering software and hardware technical programs that support a complex hand-held medical device product line. Set test and assembly strategies (hardware and software) for the verification and testing of our current and future medical devices.

The company will rely heavily upon the individuals skills and knowledge of the business to take a lead in resolving the most difficult problems that involve interactions amongst different aspects of the system/products and processes.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide technical leadership to senior software engineers on the direction, methods, content, quality and performance of manufacturing systems as well as supporting the introduction into manufacturing of new electro-mechanical components, systems and products. 2. Identify and assess impact of technical activities on manufacturing projects and programs in terms of schedule, cost and performance. Update management on issues with programmatic impact and assume leadership role in resolving those issues. 3. Perform engineering responsibilities required to integrate complex and/or new technologies into the companys products and processes. 4. Ensure technical processes and outputs comply with all applicable regulations, quality policies, industry standards, and procedures. Identify impact of technical activities on operational and regulatory processes and assets, and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to resolve issues. 5. Support senior management in strategic product and program planning, customer needs assessment, budgeting, and capital expenditure justification.

Skills/Experience Requirements Basic Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE:. ? Technical strength in software development; C/C++ proficiency;. ? Demonstrated track record of technical leadership of senior software engineers;. ? Strong knowledge of electronic theory, electro-mechanics and structured programming fundamentals in creative and effective ways. ? working knowledge of assembly code. ? Experience with embedded systems. ? In depth knowledge and experience in Windows based PC applications. ? Working knowledge of IR data communications. ? Working knowledge of data extraction software would be a plus. ? Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills. ? Knowledgeable of FDA and ISO requirements for medical device design and manufacturing processes.

EXPERIENCE: 10+ years relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Technical strength in electrical engineering analog and/or digital design; Experience in the medical device industry; Experience with electro/mechanical assembly manufacturing; MSEE or higher degree preferrd. Education Requirements Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering, in an engineering discipline. Masters Degree in engineering is a plus. Country USA State/Province/Region New Jersey Site Location Princeton,NJ

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Category:	Manufacturing
	> Other Manufacturing
Location:	Princeton, NJ
County:	Mercer County
ZIP Code:	08540
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Abbott Laboratories
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