Process Development Engineer, Manufacturing (18-month contract)

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Mulgrave, Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
In-Office
Senior level
Healthtech • Biotech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Designs, develops, and implements manufacturing processes for optical and highly regulated products. Responsibilities include equipment layout, production sequencing, process testing, troubleshooting, manufacturability support, optical assembly, bonding and cleaning techniques, regulatory compliance, equipment recommendations, technical reporting, and continuous improvement. The role requires hands-on process expertise, strong mechanical, chemical, and optics knowledge, and effective collaboration.
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At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?​

Job profile summary 

Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new or revised production processes for the efficient/economical mass production of goods including:  

  • Designing arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout  
  • Designing the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery in response to factory conditions  
  • Conducting tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting/solving production problems  
  • Providing guidance and inputs to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.  
  • Ensuring that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.  
  • Responsible for supporting optical assembly processes, including proper handling and cleaning techniques of optical components to maintain high-quality standards.  
  • The role requires familiarity with optical adhesives and a basic understanding of bonding chemistry to ensure effective and reliable assembly.  
  • Knowledge of optical systems, optical measurements and optical system performance.
  • Requires understanding of compliance, pharmaceutical, biological, biochemical, medical, patent and commercial factors.  
  • Make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials; develop and inform new product design or current product upgrades to ensure manufacturability and assembly; support investigations by providing technical reports for use by regulatory agencies/bodies. 
  • Min bachelor's degree in engineering, automation ect related discipline
  • 5-10 years NPI engineer, process engineer experience in MTO, prefer in start-ups, relevant experience in highly regulated industry with complex product lines. Optics most preferred.
  • Strong Mechanical, chemical, process, optics background, with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Hands-on approach with a strong ability to work directly on equipment and processes.
  • Self-starter who can work independently and take initiative in problem-solving and process improvement.
  • Commitment to compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Strong communication and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments
  • Commitment to high-quality work and continuous improvement
  • Positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges

Why join Alcon?

- Join a global leader with a rich history of innovation and excellence in eye care.

- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team culture that values diversity and inclusion.

- Enjoy a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement.

- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients worldwide by contributing to cutting-edge advancements in eye health.

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Skills Required

  • Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering, automation, or a related discipline
  • 5-10 years of NPI engineering or process engineering experience in make-to-order manufacturing
  • Experience in a highly regulated industry with complex product lines
  • Experience in startup environments
  • Optics experience
  • Strong mechanical, chemical, process, and optics background
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on ability to work directly with equipment and processes
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative in process improvement
  • Commitment to compliance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Strong communication and collaborative teamwork skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments

Alcon Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alcon and has not been reviewed or approved by Alcon.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as unusually strong, pairing a 401(k) match with an additional employer-funded retirement plan contribution. Stock purchase access and performance bonuses are also positioned as meaningful components of total rewards.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Distinctive vision-related perks, including free contact lenses in some cases, reinforce the perceived strength of the health-and-wellness offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are characterized as robust, including paid holidays, PTO/vacation, paid sick time, and parental leave. Flexible time off for certain exempt roles and reported year-end shutdown periods further strengthen perceived coverage.

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The Company
HQ: Geneva
20,962 Employees
Year Founded: 1945

What We Do

Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than seven decades, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 20,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care.

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