Lead Design & Development Engineer - Engineering Solutions at Plexus

Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Electronics, Healthcare, Aerospace, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

  • UK nationality or ability to undergo UK national security vetting and clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in test design engineering or a related field
  • Proficiency in LabVIEW and TestStand
  • Experience with automated test systems, functional testing, environmental testing
  • Solid understanding of Lean Sigma principles and tools
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a cross-discipline team environment
  • Understanding of structured design
  • Ability to develop good working relationships with team members and customers
  • Familiarity with lab test/measurement equipment and lab tools
  • Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong understanding of the full product realisation process (Conceptualise, Design, Commercialise, Manufacture, Fulfil, and Sustain)

Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow the test design & development team
  • Design, develop, and verify test solutions for products
  • Develop innovative test concepts and designs using appropriate tools and equipment
  • Perform design creation, analysis, and verification
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the entire product life cycle, from conceptualisation to sustaining engineering
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation in accordance with quality and change management procedures
  • Actively contribute to a Lean culture by applying Lean Sigma principles to identify and eliminate waste, and improve processes

Skills

Test Design
Test Development
Verification
Engineering Analysis
Product Lifecycle Management
Cross-functional Collaboration

Plexus

Manufactures and repairs medical devices

About Plexus

Plexus Corp. offers engineering and manufacturing services tailored for medical device manufacturers, focusing on aftermarket repair and maintenance for drug delivery devices. Their services lead to a 50% improvement in turnaround times and a 25% reduction in service costs, while also minimizing quality issues. Plexus stands out by providing end-to-end solutions, utilizing tools like the Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker (SMART) to enhance supply chain efficiency. The company's goal is to deliver specialized, high-quality solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce costs for their clients.

Oradea, RomaniaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, HealthcareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Professional and personal development
Plexus Global Mentor Program
Accessible Resources

Risks

Closure of Portland facility may indicate operational challenges affecting workforce stability.
Partnership with Simbe Robotics could strain resources if demand exceeds production capabilities.
Integration with Gate Web3 Wallet may expose Plexus to cybersecurity risks.

Differentiation

Plexus offers end-to-end solutions from design to maintenance in multiple sectors.
The company specializes in aftermarket repair for medical devices, improving efficiency and cost.
Plexus's Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker aids in predictive risk management.

Upsides

Partnership with Simbe Robotics expands Plexus's role in the growing retail automation market.
Acquisition of a new office building suggests potential for expanded design and development services.
Collaboration with Arch Systems enhances Plexus's Industry 4.0 capabilities for better efficiency.

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