Sr Engineer, Implementation

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Every day, Baxter touches the lives of millions of patients and providers worldwide who rely on our essential hospital and renal products and services.

Baxter’s products and therapies are on nearly every floor, in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. Baxter’s employees are building upon the company’s rich heritage of medical breakthroughs to advance the next generation of healthcare innovations that enable patient care.

Our commitment to our mission means we are there when patients and healthcare professionals need us, during the critical moments that matter most! This is where you save and sustain lives!

Your role at Baxter:

This role works closely with other members of the Implementation Team including Project Managers, Educational Services, and Sales to ensure customer satisfaction throughout the implementation process. Perform the technical implementation of Hillrom Care Communications products to include software, hardware, networking, and other deployment activities. This includes conducting advanced IT tasks (network design, topology development, network integrations, etc.), Linux and Windows based server configurations, and providing oversight, training and direction to other teams performing implementation activities.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage and perform installation and configuration of applications on servers and proprietary devices/hardware, configuring system networks, and working with the customer’s wired and wireless infrastructure to complete implementations.
• Organize, manage, and lead multiple project implementations in a healthcare environment. Lead network architecture, system fail-over, and other technical system design discussions with customer IT, MIS or biomed departments, installation contractors, and other trades as required.
• Provide oversight and training to internal and external contractors as assigned during implementations to ensure installations meet Care Communications requirements.
• Work directly with complex customers by leading the technical aspect of team-based projects, managing dynamic deployments of advanced features and applications which can include customized integrations, evolving configurations, and adapting system functionality to best meet clinical workflow requests.
• Perform site surveys, RF surveys, develop system integration plans using multiple vendor products, & coordinate with customer IT or MIS departments. Review system designs to ensure accuracy and performance integrity.
• Make recommendations on tuning and/or configuration of network/wireless environments to promote optimal performance and cohabitation of wireless and Care Communications applications.
• Complete, post, and update system network and server documentation in compliance with SOP and established procedures to ensure successful and long-term support of the system.
• Leading multiple technical projects simultaneously, responsible for completing the work with minimal supervision. Work independently and/or leading a small team environment.
• Work with customer IT departments to assess and evaluate network security needs and develop policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of specified customer servers and network topology. Understands back-end network security and Active Directory functionality.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required or equivalent experience to include a minimum of 3-5 years of related IT and/or networking experience (wired or wireless).
• Advanced understanding of deploying and supporting Microsoft Windows platforms, SQL, IIS server and associated networked systems.
• Detailed understanding of common network protocols/architecture (TCP/IP, IP routing, OSI model, VLAN, etc.), client/server networking environments and standard methodologies, managed switches, VOIP, and network security.
• General knowledge of Wi-Fi wireless technologies with security protocols.
• Basic VoIP and/or PBX telephony knowledge and basic configuration experience.
• Experience configuring, setting up, and debugging PC-based systems.
• Experience with remote services, MS Office, AutoCAD, Visio, and other documentation tools.
• Preferred Certifications in the following:
• Cisco certifications: CCNA, CCDP, CCNP, CCIE
• General certifications: Microsoft Industry certifications, Network+, Security +, CWNA
• QL/Scripting/Reporting Engines/Analytics (SAS Crystal, etc.)
• Networking (TCP/IP, Routing and Switching, Subnetting, Security)
• Enterprise level hardware (Server/Client OS, SANS, RAID) Linux/Unix,HL7
• Wireless - Enterprise level/managed networks
• Candidates should possess strong oral, written communication skills and organization skills to resolve complex netowrk related issues into actionable concepts for customers to understand.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals and demonstrated history of implementing projects.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a base salary range of $60,000 to $132,000 plus an annual incentive bonus. The above range represents the expected base salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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