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 BaxterThis is where your expertise helps people

You are a problem solver. Sophisticated 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 solve a project and work hard to find solutions.

Your talent is needed across a wide variety of industries. As a Sr. Principal 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 accept a collaborative environment to tackle 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 Engineering 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 a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with teamwork across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

As a Sr. Principal Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead by example, and enjoy mentoring and learning from others. Here, you are trusted to lead your own time and are given opportunities to grow your career as you wish.

Here, you often have the flexibility to work independently. We provide opportunities for you to continue to learn through various training, conferences, certifications, and support for advanced degrees.

What we offer from Day OneMedical, Dental and Vision coverage160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays401K matchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramPaid Parental LeaveTuition Reimbursement

What you'll be doingLead engineers and/or technicians in support of plant operations. Possess the ability to lead a multi-functional group for facility projects or be able to lead facilities projects as part of a larger project for other processes.With minimal guidance, schedule and lead teams through the planning and execution of large projects or programs. This includes constructing detailed, accurate project schedules and collaborating with technical support groups.Devises innovative approaches to sophisticated problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles.Performs financial planning and assists in the analysis to rationalize project approval.Supports manufacturing group through improvements to manufacturing equipment and processes.Reviews equipment trends to identify areas of improvement related to yield, downtime, efficiency, etc.Works within small project teams as an authority and/or project leader to accomplish project objectives including process improvements and project implementation.Independently plans, schedules and leads multi-functional team in detailed phases of the engineering work in a project.Investigates and analyzes customer problems and develops improvements.Performs and documents process modifications, and system functional specification updates while adhering to documentation and change control requirements.Prepares standard operating procedures for new and existing control equipment.Supplies and/or leads cost estimating of major capital budget items and the spending of approved project funds.Ability to work on PLC, HMI and drivesExperience controls engineerAbility to be self-motivated, work independently, and prioritize multiple tasks.

Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesMust have experience or advanced training and show strength (e.g. computer-aided design, total quality management, statistical methods, problem analysis and resolution, materials science, design of experiments, software development)Completely proficient in relevant products or process development processes.Successful track record of leading multifaceted activities within the business unit.Demonstrates leadership skills.Recognized as a technical guide by peers and other personnel within the business unit.Extensive multi-functional team experience, including technical and non-technical work.Ability to organize and present technical and project mgt. overviews without assistance.Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to connect with other team members.Display a solid understanding of theories/practices applied by other fields outside primary area of expertise.Ability to convince management on courses of action with minimal assistance using both written and verbal methods. Must be able to provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives and cost implications.Demonstrated project management skillsMust have experience or advanced training and show talent (e.g. computer-aided design, total quality management, statistical methods, problem analysis and resolution, materials science, design of experiments, software development)Recognized as a technical guide by peers and other personnel within the business unit.Extensive multi-functional team experience, including technical and non-technical work.Ability to organize and present technical and project mgt. overviews without assistance.Demonstrated success in delivering results on several technical challenges.OptionalKnowledge of Microsoft Project or other project management softwareKnowledge of Six Sigma, Lean, and 6s/5s principlesExperience in a regulated and Pharmaceutical Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment.Experience in computer aided design such as AutoCad (2D and 3D), SolidWorks and Pro-E solid modeling systems.

What you'll bringBachelor of Science in Engineering8 - 10 years related experience in a manufacturing environment.Preferred Mechanical or Civil Engineering.PMP Certification a plus but not required. Licensed professional engineer a plus but not required.

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 $120,000 - $165,000 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.

Other Duties as Assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required.

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

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