Principal Process Engineer

Company: Edwards Lifesciences
Location: Irvine
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Provides expertise in the optimization of manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
--- Lead in the identification and ensure implementation of opportunities to optimize/improve Service processes including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) employing technical design skills to re-design/design of and ensure equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. are up to standards
--- Work with our Global Service Centers and Technical Support Team to support process improvement programs
--- Train, coach, and guide lower level employees on more complex procedures
--- Oversee service engineering support tasks; give instruction to engineers/ technicians on conducting tests; train engineers/ technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate engineer/ technician work
--- Lead and establish complex project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer's expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.)
--- Analyze and resolve complex Manufacturing/Service and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)
--- Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
--- Other incidental duties
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in in Engineering or Scientific field , minimum of 6 years years experience of experience, including either industry or industry/education Required or
Master's Degree or equivalent in in Engineering or Scientific field , minimum of 5 years years experience of experience, including either industry or industry/education Required or
Ph.D. or equivalent in in Engineering or Scientific field , minimum of 2 years years experience of experience, including either industry or industry/education Required
Additional Skills:
--- Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite
--- Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
--- Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations
--- Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
--- Advanced problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
--- Extensive understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
--- Strong leadership skills and ability to influence change
--- Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
--- Strict attention to detail
--- Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
--- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
--- Must be able to work in a team environment, including frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts
--- Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects
--- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $106,000 to $151,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.
Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world's leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 15,000 individuals worldwide.
For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it's our life's work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

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