Sr Manufacturing 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!

The Sr Manufacturing Engineer reports to the Sr Manager, Manufacturing Engineering. In this role you will support the design and construction of test equipment and tools for medical device manufacturing assembly lines. You will partner with engineering, quality, manufacturing and test teams. In addition, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives in support of departmental, site and corporate objectives for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost Performance.

Your talent is needed across a wide variety of industries. As a Sr Engineer you have a wide array of career choices, but are motivated by the opportunity to work in a company that supports innovation, professional development, and a purposeful mission!

Your Team

We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to take on sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment.

Our team is dedicated to quality. Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and our technical expertise and experience working in a manufacturing environment empower us to meet that challenge.

When you join us, you will work with committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Mechanical engineering member of manufacturing, quality, electrical and software engineers responsible for the construction of electro-mechanical test equipment & tools for medical device assembly lines.

• Drive tool and equipment designs through modeling, prototyping, testing, drawing release, and into production.

• In addition to developing new equipment, existing assembly lines may require enhancements, improvements, and additions to improve quality and robustness of processes.

• Research and analyze existing designs; propose, implement, and validate changes while following engineering build and change processes.

• Support project planning with estimates of cost, resources, and time.

• Develop and update supporting design and process documentation for all equipment. This includes mechanical models, assembly drawings and build work instructions.

• Assist with validation processes to confirm the capability of new or enhanced tools and equipment.

• Limited travel may be required including foreign and domestic locations.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Science in related Engineering field required.

• 3 or more years of related experience.

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles applied to the design & implementation of manufacturing equipment.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, facility layouts, and component manuals/instructions and electrical schematics.

• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO), crafting solid models and assembly drawings.

Preferred:

• Experience in the Medical Device or a similar regulated industry.

• SAP experience is a plus.

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.

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 $88,000 - $121,000 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, commission, and/or long-term incentive. 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.

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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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