Job Description
As a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies, we are passionate about bringing great science to life. Our commitment to quality and innovation supports cutting-edge life science research, patient diagnostics, and ensures the safety of water, food, and pharmaceuticals. As scientists and clinicians pursue small, everyday advances and life-changing discoveries, we provide trusted answers to their most critical questions and challenges. Leveraging more than 50 years of expertise, we create advanced instruments, software, and consumables supported by teams of highly skilled and knowledgeable people. With 16,000+ employees around the world, our global reach and comprehensive solutions provide the most reliable and accurate results, as well as optimal scientific, economic, and operational outcomes. We work collaboratively with our customers on their journey to make a real difference in human lives. Our culture is founded on trust, respect, and uncompromising integrity, and we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters innovation. We can’t wait for you to join us as we continue our mission to improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com
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We are seeking a dedicated Value Engineering Manager to lead cost optimization and efficiency enhancement initiatives for our liquid chromatography products. This role is central to designing and implementing strategies that elevate product quality, reduce costs, and streamline processes. You’ll work closely with multi-functional international teams, driving continuous improvement across design, manufacturing, and supply chain stages.
Key Responsibilities:
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Cost Optimization: Develop and apply cost models to effectively reduce production expenses while maintaining high quality standards.
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Quality Improvement: Collaborate with product design teams to improve product quality, ensuring compliance with industry standards and boosting customer satisfaction.
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Process and Design Enhancement: Redesign product components and configurations to enhance manufacturability, streamline production steps, and improve assembly efficiency, ensuring a smoother transition from design to manufacturing.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless operations and alignment across project objectives.
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Analytical Assessment: Lead continuous product assessment and apply strategic analysis to identify opportunities to drive improvements.
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Program Management: Ensure the successful execution of projects in alignment with departmental goals, driving performance and accountability to meet targets.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master's degree or equivalent experience in engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or related field).
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Minimum of 8 years in engineering, with a focus on value engineering, cost management, and program leadership.
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Strong analytical skills and experience with cost modeling, product qualification, and statistical assessment.
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Consistent record in leading collaborative, multi-functional projects to successful outcomes.
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Excellent communication skills and a commitment to fostering continuous improvement across teams (national/international).
We offer
* Permanent contract in fast growing global company
* Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Work-Life-Balance programs
* Training and development opportunities
* The diversity of cultural and individual perspectives held by our employees and their dedication to inclusion
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the recruiter on +34 933 445 804
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule.
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations
Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Manufacturing
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What We Do
Analytical scientists and clinical researchers worldwide rely on Agilent to help fulfill their most complex laboratory demands. Our instruments, software, services and consumables address the full range of scientific and laboratory management needs—so our customers can do what they do best: improve the world around us.
Whether a laboratory is engaged in environmental testing, academic research, medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals or food testing, Agilent provides laboratory solutions to meet their full spectrum of needs. We work closely with customers to help address global trends that impact human health and the environment, and to anticipate future scientific needs. Our solutions improve the efficiency of the entire laboratory, from sample prep to data interpretation and management.
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