Engineering Lead at Abbott

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Medical Devices, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent technical experience)
Minimum of 5–10 years of significant engineering, project management, and/or operational experience
Proven experience leading medium to complex technical projects in a regulated industry
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and cross-functional teams
Strong background in manufacturing and production engineering, including process development and validation
Expertise in risk management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance
Experience in driving operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and engineering principles
Key competencies: Customer Centricity, Insights-Driven Decision Making, Financial Acumen, Effective Communication & Influence, Executional Excellence, Problem Solving & Innovation, Risk & Stakeholder Management, Vendor & Asset Management, Quality, Testing & Validation, Process Design & Data Management, Coaching & Development, Compliance & Governance

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the planning, execution, and completion of medium to complex engineering projects
Provide strategic direction across multiple concurrent projects
Apply engineering principles to develop innovative solutions and risk-managed execution plans
Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and Quality Systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance productivity
Support new product introductions and ongoing production needs
Manage departmental budgets and resource planning to meet operational goals
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on technical aspects, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders
Develop and implement engineering systems and procedures aligned with FDA, GMP, and other regulatory standards
Foster a culture of development through mentoring, coaching, and performance feedback
Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, standards, and internal policies
Maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System and EHS compliance across all project activities
Conduct early risk assessments and implement fallback strategies to ensure project success

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementManufacturing EngineeringProduction EngineeringEHS ComplianceQuality SystemsContinuous ImprovementRisk ManagementNew Product Introduction

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Engineering Lead role?

This role will be based at our TPM in Fermoy, Cork.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key skills required for the Engineering Lead position?

The role requires proven experience leading medium to complex technical projects in a regulated industry, strong background in manufacturing and production engineering including process development and validation, expertise in risk management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, plus key competencies like customer centricity, insights-driven decision making, financial acumen, effective communication & influence, and execution.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott fosters a culture focused on making a difference in people's lives, with emphasis on innovation, compliance, continuous improvement, and development through mentoring, coaching, and performance feedback.

What makes a strong candidate for this Engineering Lead role?

A strong candidate has proven experience leading medium to complex technical projects in a regulated industry, ability to manage cross-functional teams and multiple concurrent activities, and expertise in manufacturing engineering, risk management, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, plus key competencies like customer centricity and financial acumen.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees