About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:
Leads projects in the design and development of Implantable Medical Devices and accessories and related manufacturing processes. The individual designs, tests, integrates, documents and validates new or modified devices and processes. The individual coordinates interdepartmental and or external resources by use of sound project management techniques to achieve companywide objectives. S/he requires an ability to function effectively under compressed timeline pressures and to manage difficult or complex projects.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Comprehends and defines R&D requirements to develop and design new Implantable medical devices and design changes /enhancements for existing products. Assist other engineers for specifying and procuring various components. Provides technical information in the form of written specifications.
- Designs, tests, documents, implements and validates device designs, equipment and processes.
- Leads and Assists other engineers for specifying and procuring materials and equipment for the manufacturing site.
- Support Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, Technical Support departments and contract manufacturers to develop and implement cost effective manufacturing equipment and procedures.
- Is responsible for transferring of equipment and new processes to the manufacturing site and ensure smooth start up within quality and cost constraints. Assist other engineers to develop and design precision tooling and equipment for assembly of Medical Devices.
- All other functions inherent to the position such as supporting change control, audits, CAPAs, complaint investigations, Regulatory and Marketing inquiries and related testing or data generation, and other tasks as assigned by the immediate superior.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors or higher degree in Engineering or Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related degree.
- Minimum 9 years of experience in the medical device industry required; or equivalent combination of training and experience is required
- Advanced degree desired but not required
Other Professional Skills:
- Fluent English Speaker (C1)
- Knowledge Quality Management Systems/Regulations (GMP, QSR, FDA, CAPA, ISO)
- Microsoft Office, Minitab desirable, Solidworks or AutoCAD desirable.
- Medical device, manufacturing experience required, and design control knowledge and development process knowledge are preferred.
- Knowledge of plastics / rubber parts / silicone design and processing methods preferred.
- Knowledge of materials design, materials testing, and related physical / chemical characterizations of material properties is preferred.
- Technical writing skills.
- Risk Management knowledge including FMEA, desirable.
- Knowledge on equipment qualifications and process validations.
- Understanding of the principles of Design for Manufacturability and testability is preferred.Ability to function in a controlled environment regulated by FDA GMPs and handle confidential data required.
- Ability to work with flexible schedule to meet deadlines
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- At least 9 years of experience in the medical device industry or equivalent training and experience
- Fluent English proficiency at C1 level
- Knowledge of quality management systems and regulations, including GMP, QSR, FDA, CAPA, and ISO
- Medical device and manufacturing experience
- Technical writing skills
- Ability to work in an FDA GMP-regulated environment and handle confidential data
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines
- Advanced degree
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Experience with Minitab
- Experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD
- Design control and medical device development process knowledge
- Knowledge of plastics, rubber parts, silicone design, and processing methods
- Knowledge of materials design, testing, and physical or chemical characterization
- Risk management knowledge, including FMEA
- Knowledge of equipment qualification and process validation
- Understanding of Design for Manufacturability and Design for Testability principles
AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.
AbbVie Insights
What We Do
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.
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