Mechanical Engineer I

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JOB DESCRIPTION : Job Title

Mechanical Engineer I

Working at Abbott

At Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and your family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to :

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.

The Opportunity :

This position works out of our Plano TX location in the Neuromodulation Division. Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum.

It sounds like science fiction : sending small electrical pulses to the spine to block pain signals or to the brain to suppress tremor. As an R&D Engineer at Abbott Neuromodulation you will have the opportunity to develop technology platforms that improve the lives of those suffering from chronic pain and movement disorders. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers to design analyze prototype and test implantable Class III devices supporting activities across the product development lifecycle

Each employee can make a difference at Abbott and has the power either individually or as a team to influence the success of the company. We are team-oriented patient-focused and progressive. We value people with great ideas who partner with others both internally and externally to take action and accomplish goals.

What Youll Work On :

Researches develops designs and evaluates mechanical and electro-mechanical materials components assemblies processes and / or equipment

Conceptualizes new components using material knowledge and innovative mechanical design

Develops new products from initial design to market release with cross-functional partners

Creates and submits novel design solutions that expand the intellectual property of the business

Conducts feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality

Balances design for reliability manufacturing and cost efficiency

Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development

Prepares technical reports analyses recommendations and presentations reflecting the status and results of projects in progress

Participates / contributes to technical reviews of mechanical designs

Reviews and coordinates vendor activities to support development

Establishes and cultivates an extensive network of support to facilitate completion of assignments

Exercises judgment in selecting innovative practical methods to achieve problem resolution

Exhibits and instills decision-making based in objective engineering principles (analytical and empirical)

Develops test methods models and fixtures to evaluate designs

Plans coordinates and executes mechanical design verification activities for new products

Multi-tasks prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner

Identifies communicates and mitigates project risks

Builds and maintains positive and cooperative relationships internally and externally

Ensures compliance to all applicable internal requirements and external regulations

Position may require up to 10% travel

Required Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Biomedical Engineering or related technical discipline OR Associates degree in a technical discipline with 5-10 years of experience

0-3 years of relevant product development or R&D work experience (preferably with implantable hardware)

Internship co-op or academic project experience in mechanical design preferably in a regulated industry (e.g. medical aerospace automotive etc.)

Experience with CAD and FEA modeling software (SolidWorks ANSYS preferred)

Product development experience within a regulated environment (e.g. medical aerospace automotive etc.)

Experience working with cross-functional teams and taking initiative to ensure successful outcomes

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications :

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering Biomedical Engineering or related technical discipline

Multiple internships or co-ops in mechanical design preferably in a regulated industry (e.g. medical aerospace automotive etc.)

Demonstrated hands-on experience designing or updating designs for manufacturing processes used in medical devices (e.g. biocompatible material selection injection molding machining printed circuit board fabrication extrusion etc.)

Strong history of cross-functional collaboration with other engineering disciplines (Electrical Manufacturing)

Experience with statistical techniques (e.g. DOE hypothesis testing regression analysis etc.)

Knowledge of design controls and regulations for medical device development

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives :

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$50000.00 $100000.00

In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY : Product Development

DIVISION : NM Neuromodulation

LOCATION : United States >

Texas >

Plano : 6901 Preston Road

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) Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

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

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Key Skills

Mechanical Design,System Design,FEA,ASME Codes & Standards,CAD,Mechanical Knowledge,Creo,SolidWorks,Mechanical Engineering,Autocad,HVAC Design,Autodesk Inventor

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 50000 - 100000