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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
About the role:
An exciting opportunity to grow your career with the multi-functional Arden Hills Analytical Laboratory (AHAL). This Process Engineer III will partner with laboratory staff, management, R&D, and operations teams to support manufacturing demands and product characterization investigations. They will own test method development, experimental design, and data generation in the mechanical testing and x-ray computed tomography teams within AHAL. Additionally, this role will support various process improvement activities including equipment qualification, software qualification, and method validation activities that will require project management concepts and skills. This role will support the following responsibilities: 50% investigational laboratory work (method development, data generation, report writing), 30% project management and process improvement activities (equipment/software qualification, method validation activities, SOP/WI documentation improvements), 15% routine quality testing, 5% equipment support and NCEP/CAPA documentation.
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
Your responsibilities will include:
Act as a subject matter expert in providing guidance to internal customers on designing analysis plans to meet their needs Partner with product development teams to develop inspection SOPs/WIs on the x-ray CT to evaluate product dimensions against design specifications Create custom set ups to support mechanical testing using an Instron frame which may include designing specialized fixturing using CAD software and interfacing with Boston Scientific’s machine and model shops Support routine mechanical testing including tensile/elongation, compression, testing, durometer/microhardness testing, destructive physical analysis including mechanical cross section and optical inspection Develop and execute method validation protocols on the x-ray CT/Instron load cells, grips, or fixtures Establish parameters that optimize image quality on 2D or 3D x-ray system Drive process improvement and optimization projects while ensuring associated documentation is maintained and up to date Support routine metrology activities on injection molded silicone components using an x-ray CT system Own investigations and documentation of nonconforming events and prevention (NCEP) and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) Coordinate small teams of 2 – 3 people to achieve data delivery timelines Support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities Perform routine laboratory testing in accordance with FDA and other regulatory requirements and internally established procedures Interpreting product specifications, identifying out of spec conditions/atypical results/deviations, and following procedures relating to nonconforming material
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution 3+ years of engineering experience relevant to this role Customer-service oriented with ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally) with individuals on all levels Ability to foster a mindset of teamwork and collaboration within and outside of the analytical lab Analytical, process and result-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Preferred qualifications:
Experience working in a manufacturing or laboratory setting Exposure to quality system (QS) requirements for regulated industries Experience with Instron systems or similar mechanical test equipment Experience running 3D x-ray Computed Tomography systems in a laboratory setting Project management experience
Requisition ID: 598544
Minimum Salary: $ 76000
Maximum Salary: $ 144400
The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
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So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!
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