Equipment Engineer - P2

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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.

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Job Summary: 

We are seeking a highly skilled Equipment/Validation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for revalidating multiple fully automated production lines. This role requires a strong emphasis on documentation and compliance with industry standards. Training will be provided on some systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Revalidate automated production lines to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure validation requirements and timeline are met.
• Troubleshoot and resolve validation issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure all validation activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the introduction and validation of new equipment.
• Works with Value Streams to identify opportunities for equipment improvement – automation, vision systems, robotics etc.
• Works with Product Development to help establish the equipment requirements for new products.
• Meets with vendors to review equipment proposals, vendor selection and capital approval.
• A core team member for new equipment design reviews and FAT's.
• Transfer and validation of equipment from other sites.
• Helps debug production issues with automated equipment.
• Champions the introduction of new technologies.
• Provides input and helps in selection of new technologies to improve plant efficiencies.
• Initiates cross-functional partnerships to identify and resolve production/engineering issues.
• Establishes and supports a work environment of continuous improvement that supports Quality policy, Quality System & the appropriate regulations for the area.
• Maintain and develop the team’s technical and trouble shooting skills.
• Manage the planning and execution of equipment validations per E&AS requirements.
• Providing technical leadership on maintenance and equipment issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in validation within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with automated production equipment, including Cognex and Keyence vision systems, Epson and UR robots.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with software validation.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA).

Additional Information:

• Training will be provided on specific systems and equipment.
• Strong emphasis on maintaining thorough and accurate paperwork.

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 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!

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At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. 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 is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email TalentAcquisitionIre@bsci.com.