Engineer II

This is where your work makes a difference.

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Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Summary:

Responsible for providing Engineering support to the manufacturing areas. Work with procedures, FMEAs, protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ, TMV, Studies, etc.), customer complaints, investigations, CAPA actions, Change Controls and improvement projects. Interact with Local and Divisional function groups.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This section contains a list of five to eight primary responsibilities of the work. The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.

• Participate in multifunctional projects to contribute with plan manufacturing strategies.
• Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality areas.
• Improve manufacturing processes using analytical tools and Design of Experiments as required.
• Participate in the evaluation of customer complaints, NCR Investigations and provide suggestions for process/product improvements and non-conformance investigations.
• Provide technical support in the implementation of Value Improvement Projects, using Problem Solving Tools as DMAIC, 8-Steps, etc.
• Support and assists in the implementation of new product introductions, existing product design modifications, manufacturing improvements giving direct support on change process as change control owner and/or action owner on local or divisional projects.
• Perform and maintain process or product validations, re-validation and Validation Maintenance programs using Local or Divisional engineering resources.
• Generate validation protocols and reports for the qualification of process equipment's or process changes.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures for new and existing processes and equipment.
• Provide technical training support to manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate and perform Local and Divisional engineering project activities under minimal supervision.
• Interact under minimal supervision with various Local and Divisional function groups.
• Promote a zero-harm workplace and assure that required EHS resources are available and that all applicable EHS practices and rules are being followed by supervised employees.
• Observe, maintain confidentiality and data privacy rules at all times.
• May require occasional travel.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. List knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

 N/A:   Intern or Co-op

Knowledge of the basic principles in various engineering disciplines.  Must have initial training in concepts of "Six Sigma" quality techniques.  Must know how to effectively run projects, coordinate contractors, and direct the activities of a technician. Uses computer applications to do process analysis. Knowledge of problem solving and statistical techniques. Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of GMP, FDA and OSHA. Some traveling required. Team and results oriented. Have regular communication with supervisors and peers. Maintain external interface channels with offshore facilities.

DEMANDA FISICA (PHYSICAL DEMANDS):

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.  Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when th’e job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

Education and/or Experience:

Include the education and/or experience that is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

 N/A:   Intern or Co-op

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Chemical Engineering.

2-3 years of experience in Engineering.

IDIOMA (LANGUAGE):

Bilingual (Spanish and English) Oral and Writing.

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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