Production Engineer at Abbott

Witney, England, United Kingdom

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (ideal), or proven track record and experience in a Production Engineering environment
  • Track record of leading projects and/or a team of skilled engineers
  • Future-focused long-term vision
  • History and enthusiasm for idea generation and application of new or existing technologies

Responsibilities

  • Propose and investigate new and innovative manufacturing processes for consideration in future sensor and process projects
  • Leverage market and technological insight to develop ideas, proposals, and strategies to support continuous development in the fast-evolving biosensor space
  • Provide technical expertise in the development and improvement of complex manufacturing equipment and systems
  • Provide technical support and guidance to production teams
  • Work closely with project leads across Operations and R&D to ensure suitable infrastructure, resource, and equipment is available to business-critical projects
  • Manage strategic relationships both internally and externally (including equipment suppliers), delivering business-critical engineering projects
  • Develop and lead strategies in relation to bespoke engineering solutions to support ongoing and evolving manufacturing requirements
  • Delivery of significant new processes, products, equipment, and technologies to the business

Skills

Manufacturing Processes
Biosensor Technology
Equipment Development
Process Engineering
Technical Expertise
R&D Collaboration
Engineering Strategies
Production Innovation

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

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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