Staff Engineer Equipment Development at Abbott

Portland, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Analyzes requests from various engineering groups and modifies existing equipment, or conceptualizes, designs, and creates new special purpose equipment to support Manufacturing or Research and Development departments
Emphasis on concept of design and effective project planning and results
Understands engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices, and techniques
Develops knowledge in a field to become a recognized leader or authority in an area of specialization and applies this knowledge in leadership roles
Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion
Understands the business needs of the company, customer and clinical needs of the business, business cycle, and foresight of emerging technology trends
Cultivates internal and external network of resources to complete tasks
Interacts cross-functionally and with internal and external customers
Interfaces with senior management on significant matters, often requiring coordination across organizational units

Responsibilities

Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes for current programs, next generation programs, and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company
Prepares reports, publishes, and makes presentations to communicate findings
Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems requiring novel and innovative approaches or major technological breakthroughs
Serves as a resource in the selection, orientation, and training of new engineers and employees
May lead a project team, determining goals and objectives for the projects
Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise, providing feedback and guidance, and may provide work direction or supervise other technical employees
Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters
Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities
Participates in the development of

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Equipment DesignMechanical EngineeringProject PlanningManufacturing EngineeringR&D SupportPrototype DevelopmentCAD Design

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan, an excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit for earning a bachelor’s degree.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This position works out of the Portland, OR location in the Heart Failure Division.

What skills are required for the Staff Engineer Equipment Development role?

The role requires understanding of engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices, and techniques, ability to analyze and solve complex problems using basic engineering principles through innovative approaches, and skills in conceptualizing, designing, and creating special purpose equipment.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott emphasizes doing work that matters, personal growth and learning, caring for yourself and family, being your true self, career development in an international company, and is recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates initiate and complete technical activities for new or improved products or processes, prepare reports and presentations, develop expertise to become a recognized leader in a specialization, incorporate business policies, and understand company business needs and customer clinical needs.

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