Operational Excellence Engineer

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. 

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people

You are a problem solver. Complex projects or unexpected challenges are just opportunities to bring your considerable abilities to use. Whether working independently or with a trusted team, you are always ready to tackle a project and work hard to find solutions.

Your team

The Operational Excellence department is part of the Drug Delivery manufacturing operations group. Operational Excellence work includes problem solving/root cause analysis, savings quantification, project conceptualization, financial justification, project design, machine design, development of alternatives, project scheduling and control, and project installation and implementation.

What you'll be doing

• Use engineering principles to provide electrical design work for machine components including packaging equipment with robotics, filling machines with servo-drives, mixing equipment, and the control of this equipment.
• Troubleshoot and solve production problems related to process equipment and develop corrective actions.
• Research the purchase of new equipment or equipment upgrades to existing process equipment.
• Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Research and analyze custom equipment, design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, energy usage, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
• Estimate costs and submit bids for engineering work including the preparation of capital authorization requests
• Support projects and manufacturing functions on a 24/7 basis.

What you'll bring

• Candidates must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporins
• B.S. in Engineering and 1+ years related experience. Engineering experience in electromechanical machine design or electrical process systems design is preferred.
• Able to solve complex electrical, programming and machine design problems. Must plan and design processing equipment to meet the anticipated needs of manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PLCs and robotics and automation control systems, including TI and A-B.
• Process Control Instrumentation and PID algorithms.
• Able to develop engineering specifications and insure compliance to codes, standards, policy, regulatory issues, GMP and good engineering practices.
• Basic to moderate skill base in the use of AUTOCAD.
• Knowledge of various programs such as Visual Basic, RSLogix, Intellution, IFIX, Solid Works – COSMOS, etc
• Participate in teams through the execution of multiple smaller projects or a defined larger project. This includes preparing detailed project schedules, project cost estimates, or working with other technical support groups or engineering groups.
• The incumbent will work closely with mechanics, engineers, and managers. Work with consultants, contractors, and trades employees as projects are designed or installed.
• Coordinate and supervise the activities of contractors.
• Work with upper levels of plant management concerning status of engineering projects and upper management in other divisions of Baxter or other business units for whom the Process Engineering department would design and construct process systems.
• Communicate effectively in verbal or written form.
• Must plan, justify, and prepare capital authorization requests for Process Engineering projects.
• Database maintenance and design experience a plus.
• A familiarity/working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles in the analysis of technical problems and in the management of daily engineering activities is a plus.

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 employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $72,000-$99,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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