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JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position works out of our Ottawa, Ontario location in the Point of Care, Diagnostics division. Were empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Our Point of Care diagnostic portfolio spans key health and therapeutic areas, including Chemistry, Electrolytes, Hematology, Blood Gases, Coagulation, Endocrinology, Cardiac Markers, Neurology, and Informatics. As a Senior Engineer in Product Engineering, you will have the chance to play a key role in improving product performance by building expertise on the products fluidic, chemical, and mechanical systems.What Youll DoSupport continuous improvement by leading design change projects that impact product quality, cost, and supply to the customer.Build and share expertise in the cartridge design for the on-market products. Translate expertise from on market products into supporting new products to market launch.Gather and analyze data from product measurements and inline process measurements to investigate challenging problems and provide recommendations for technically supported strategies.Create and execute efficient experimental strategies using DOE methods to identify potential design improvements.Independently execute assigned tasks by applying standard engineering theories, concepts, and techniques.Document results of experiments in a manner consistent with the Quality System.Lead cross-functional team meetings to share information and support key strategic projects.Communicate and present progress updates on key projects for management review.May provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff.Keep up to date with the latest technical developments in related areas, assess and integrate appropriate changes to work practices.Shift:Monday to Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm ESTRequired QualificationsA bachelors degree in engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence, with a desired 5+ years of significant engineering and/or operational experience. A post-graduate education / degree is desired and may contribute towards the desired years of experience.Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills.Ability to design experiments, analyze and interpret data, document conclusions.Analytical skills, creativity and innovative approach to problem solving.Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members, lead cross-functional teams and also to work independently.Ability to convey communications clearly, concisely, and accurately; both verbal and written.Preferred QualificationsFive plus years related work experience in an engineering role.Experience in immunoassay products.Background in CAPA, design change processes, project management and quality verifications in a medical device setting.Willingness to work in labs, manufacturing areas, and office environments.Very strong investigational skills, drive to understand and solve problems.Very strong technical writing skills.Propensity for continuous learning and experimentation.Proficiency with JMP, PASS or Minitab software used for statistical plans/rationale.Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Abbott strives to promote and maintain an inclusive, high-performing culture that allows all employees to reach their full potential and contribute to Abbotts success. Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY: EngineeringDIVISION: APOC Point of CareLOCATION: Canada
Ottawa : 185 Corkstown RoadADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT: M-F (Canada)TRAVEL: Not specifiedMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)