Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Additional Location(s):  N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.       

About the role: 
Manufacturing Engineer III works closely with the R&D team to implement the newly developed processes in manufacturing.  Plans and designs manufacturing processes for a production facility. Maximizes efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization. Manufacturing Engineer III determines the parts, equipment, and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications and provides mentorship to other manufacturing engineers and technicians. 

Work Mode:
This position will follow an onsite schedule, requiring 5 days in-office per week from our Carlsbad, CA site.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

 
Visa Sponsorship:
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time

Your responsibilities include: 

• Evaluate current console manufacturing practices and identify those needing improvement.
• Lead operations to increase production capacity and implement new efficient processes.
• Analyze and design sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies and establish methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.
• Use Lean Manufacturing Methodology, including Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events.
• Use Six Sigma Methodology (DMAIC or DMADV) and tools including Minitab, FMEA, Fishbone, Process Mapping, etc.
• Responsible for manufacturing process development, implementation, and continuous improvement to enhance yield, reduce cost and improve productivity.
• Represent Process Engineering in assigned R&D and Project Team meetings for technology transfers and provide technical expertise and support in analytical method development, validation and process scale, and current production capabilities in manufacturing.
• Performs or manages process validations (IQ/OQ, OQ, PQ).
• Troubleshoot production line issues related to yield, quality, and throughput.
• Leads scaling up processes from development to full scale manufacturing.
• Supports evaluation of NCR, CAPA, SCAR, Failure investigation and Deviation requests arising from Contract Manufacturers/Suppliers.
• Creates/Updates manufacturing instructions, routings, bills of materials and SOPs and performs training when required.

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S Engineering degree desired or equivalent experience in related job field

• 5+ yrs (Engineer II) Biomedical product or medical device development experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical design principles and FDA regulated medical device design controls a plus.
• Proficient in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis of raw data is required, proficiency in Minitab is preferred.
• Hands-on experience managing suppliers and/or contract manufacturers a plus.
• Familiarity with design control according to 21 CFR 820 or ISO 13485, engineering change orders (ECO), Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions (CAPA) preferred.
• Proficient in Risk Management according to ISO 14971
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills are required.
• Takes initiative and acts quickly to drive solutions.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• A flexible team player, focusing on shared goals with a positive results‐oriented attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Minitab
• Hands-on experience managing suppliers and/or contract manufacturers a plus.

Requisition ID: 620633

Minimum Salary: $86600 

Maximum Salary: $164500 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.