Buffalo Grove, Illinois, USA
3 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At 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’ll also have access to:

·         Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

·         Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

·         An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

·         Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

·         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.

What You'll Work On

Independently lead projects to identify, plan and execute small to large-size projects across multiple different manufacturing sites globally.Leads electrical engineering operations projects within a global engineering team to ensure projects are completed on-time, within budget, and as per the set goals.Participates in Design review & design for manufacturer of new devicesHandles complex projects for scaling new suppliers and expanding and/or modifying the production lines.Owns & builds relationship with component suppliers to ensure robust manufacturing process and quality controls are in-place at suppliers.Provides critical SME support on resolving complex issues within manufacturing.Coordinate and provide updates to senior management teams on critical business projectsMay coach junior colleagues and allocate the project work to the most advisable contractors.

Required Qualifications

As degreeMust have 4 years of relevant experience.Understand the business needs of the company and have a thorough understanding of customer needs as they relate to projects.Previous experience in leading projects across a cross functional team.Ability to work independently and in groups; ability to work cross-functionally.Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills; critical-thinking skills.Strong organizational and project management skills.Ability to quickly gain knowledge, understanding or skills and is willing to learn.Familiarity with cGMP, FDA and ISO regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Electrical engineering, Masters advantageousPrior experience in manufacturing & qualification of IC within semi-conductor manufacturing environment.Experience in working with multiple manufacturing modalities.Experience in working in front-end and back-end wafer manufacturing processes.Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers.

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.



The base pay for this position is $83,000.00 – $166,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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