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The Manufacturing Process Engineer II is responsible for supporting process engineering activities for the Indianapolis Site for Life Science Products. This person will support efforts to resolve product and/or process technical issues impacting product quality and delivery. Responsible for solving complex issues in a production environment through structured problem solving and development / implementation of solutions that meet quality and production goals while adhering to company procedures and industry and regulatory standards. Technical skills should include PFMEA, process capability & other statistical methods relevant to manufacturing processes, data analysis, problem solving methodologies (Six Sigma, 5 Why, 8-D), reliability, and error proofing.
This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing/Process Engineering and is part of the Beckman Coulter Life Science Manufacturing located in Indianapolis, IN and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Provide sustaining engineering support for Beckman Coulter Life Science products produced at the Indianapolis Site (Particle Characterization, Centrifuge, and Liquid Handling Automation)
- Responsible for the completion of electrical design projects from conception, definition, design, and release to production targeted to resolve product design issues impacting external customer quality, operational metrics (delivery, yield, cost), and other product change drivers (regulatory, feature enhancements, etc.)
- Responsible for leading and supporting design change team activities in order to document and implement design changes in compliance with design control procedures
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology with 2+ years experience in product development and product engineering support role or Master’s Degree with experience.
- Experience with instrumentation (equipment) design and integration including complex electro-mechanical systems, fluid handling, pneumatics, thermal systems, and/or optical systems.
- Technical expertise in High Speed Motors and Control Systems, Magnetic/Optical Sensors, PC/Microprocessor Control Technology/Systems, LCD/LED Display Systems, Refrigeration Control Systems/Technology, High Voltage/Current AC/DC Power Supply Technology.
- Demonstrated capability to troubleshoot and improve electrical and electromechanical systems using formal problem-solving methodology with analytical and statistical methods.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role
- Will be traveling to Miami, FL to train during the first 6 months. (Less than 15%)
- Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Using material handling equipment including hoists, hoist inspections to move parts and skids
- Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 50lb
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience in dealing with design changes in a structured design control/change environment for medical devices
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
- 2+ years experience in product development and product engineering support
- Experience with instrumentation design and integration including complex electro-mechanical systems
- Technical expertise in High Speed Motors and Control Systems
- Demonstrated capability to troubleshoot and improve electrical and electromechanical systems
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