Reliability Engineer at Abbott

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Reliability Engineering) or equivalent technical experience and demonstrated competence
  • 3–5+ years in reliability, maintenance, or quality engineering roles
  • Experience in manufacturing, med device, pharma, or similar regulated industries
  • Software proficiency in ReliaSoft, Weibull++

Responsibilities

  • Asset Care PM (Preventative Maintenance) Programs
  • Spare parts management
  • Asset structure maintenance
  • Asset lifecycle planning (obsolescence and upgrades)
  • Asset Performance: Tracking and trending
  • Bad actor identification
  • RCA’s and corrective action plans
  • Reliability improvement projects
  • Program ownership and oversight
  • Predictive Maintenance (Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, Ultrasonic Leak Detection, Oil Analysis, etc.)
  • Maintenance and Rebuild Programs (Valve rebuilds, Safety Relief Valves, Gearmotors & Gearboxes, Vessel Inspections, Switchgear and MCC Maintenance, etc.)
  • Responsible for planning and conducting small-sized assigned projects requiring conventional types of plans, investigations and/or equipment
  • Participate and/or assist other engineers in project tasks by applying standard engineering theories, concepts and techniques
  • Apply standard engineering principles and methodologies to interpret problems. Create/modify designs. Draw conclusions and recommend options for solutions
  • Responsible for completing documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business standards
  • Participate on cross-functional teams to support organizational goals
  • Understand and comply with applicable EHS policies, procedures, rules and regulations
  • Works under the supervision of more experienced engineers who review results for overall accuracy, completeness and soundness of technical judgment
  • Recognizes risks versus the relative gains associated with actions
  • Understands a project's critical success factors and makes recommendations and decisions impacting those factors

Skills

Reliability Engineering
Manufacturing Reliability
Root Cause Analysis
FMEA
Preventive Maintenance

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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