Senior Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Job at Globus Medical Inc. in Methuen
Globus Medical Inc., Methuen, MA, United States
At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
Position Summary:
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in optimizing and improving the manufacturing processes related to electrical components, systems, and equipment. Your primary responsibility will be to drive efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, from design to production.
Essential Functions:
* Provides comprehensive technical support on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to ensure operational goals are met and business targets are achieved
* Collaborates closely with Product Development teams to ensure a seamless introduction of new products into the manufacturing process (New Product Introduction, NPI)
* Works in coordination with a cross-functional sustaining team to address life cycle issues, continuous improvement, reliability enhancements, and cost reductions for existing products
* Investigates and identifies root causes of issues, applies timely and effective resolutions to minimize production disruptions
* Interfaces with the Quality Assurance/Quality Control team to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for products and manufacturing processes
* Develops and maintains manufacturing procedures, equipment specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOM) specifically tailored for medical robotic and navigation products
* Engages with the Supply Chain department to manage supplier relationships and monitor their performance
* Designs and releases fixtures/assembly aids that optimize the manufacturing process
* Generates change orders to update documentation and drawings for released products, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards
* Troubleshoots robotics, optics, and 3D spatial problems, including Microcontrollers, Programming, Test Development, and Script Automation
* Demonstrates effective written communication skills by drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Operations and Maintenance Procedures, protocols, reports, process validations, and other manufacturing-related documentation
* Designs and enhances electrical/electromechanical test systems and procedures
* Identifies equipment improvement opportunities and implements necessary modifications to optimize manufacturing performance
* Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
* Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
* Represents the company in a professional manner and upholds the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in manufacturing environments
* Thorough understanding and familiarity with ISO requirements, FDA Regulations, and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) standards
* Proven track record of utilizing data analysis techniques and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive process improvements and optimize manufacturing operations
* Proven ability to use Lean manufacturing methods to enhance efficiency and minimize waste
* Proven experience in troubleshooting robotics, optics, and 3D spatial problems is preferred but not required
* Prior experience in the medical device manufacturing industry is preferred but not required
* Strong understanding of microcontrollers, programming languages, and scripting for automation
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a key contributor in cross-functional teams, fostering effective communication and synergy
* Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills enabling clear and concise conveyance of technical information and concepts
* Proficient in utilizing Windows operating systems and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and collaboration tools like Teams
* Ability to travel up to 5% of the time, as needed, to support project requirements or engage with stakeholders at different locations
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
* Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
* Required to possess specific visons abilities, including: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
* Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
* Customer Focused: We listen to our customers' needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
* Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
* Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees' talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.