Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary:   
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing support to manufacturing and technical operations while maintaining a strong focus on continuous improvement and productivity optimization.   This role will lead production optimization, develop advanced manufacturing processes, and introduce new products (NPI) to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role will oversee planning, preparing and executing projects related to the machinery used for the manufacture and assembly of medical and inflation products.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Process Improvement: Drive Lean, Kaizen, and automation initiatives to boost capacity, improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Bridge R&D and production, leading product transfer, factory readiness, and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) reviews.
• Technical Leadership: Draft and execute validations (IQ/SQ/OQ/PQ) for manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment. Draft machine specifications for CapEx projects. Manage CapEx projects from start to finish. Write Engineering Change Orders. Draft Standard Operating Procedures.
• Troubleshooting & Quality: Troubleshoot and debug special cause problems on assembly equipment. Perform root cause analysis, corrective actions, and maintain FDA/ISO compliance. Provide technical support for CAPA investigations.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Vendor Management: Interface with customers and suppliers effectively. 
• General Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Design: Tooling and fixture design experience.
• General knowledge of welding, machining (mill, lathe, EDM, and CNC).

Behavioral Attributes

• Effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external suppliers and customers.  
• Work effectively as part of a team to achieve successful outcomes.
• Pay close attention to detail in all aspects of the job.
• Make decisions using available resources, sound judgment and reliable data.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Effectively teach, coach, and counsel associates by effectively communicating and providing follow-up.
• Open to other’s ideas and exhibits a willingness to try new things.
• Prioritize and plan work activities efficiently.
• Adapt to changes in the work environment. Manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Follow instructions, responds to direction, and solicits feedback to improve.
• Act in such a way to instill trust from management, other associates, as well as customers. 

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience, preferably in a medical device or other FDA regulated industries
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and ERP systems. 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with Fanuc and Epson robots.
• Knowledge of various automation systems.
• Knowledge of vision systems (Cognex and Keyence), ultrasonic welding and leak testing.
• Experience in an ISO and/or FDA regulated medical device manufacturing environment, especially with plastic injection molded components.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, use of volt/current meters with low voltage DC and 120/240/480 VAC.
• Knowledge of vibratory feeding systems
• Understanding of PLC Ladder Logic for PLC debugging and programming. Preferably with Allen Bradley PLCs.

• Able to use a computer to connect to PLCs HMIs and other programmable devices for monitoring and troubleshooting. Knowledge of Ethernet/IP protocol.
• Experience interfacing with suppliers to support process development and cost reduction for new products.
• Understanding statistics and proficiency using MiniTab. Six Sigma (green belt or black belt) experience.
• Knowledge of injection molding.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within an ISO9001 facility.

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Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson Medical

At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life-saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.