Senior Design Engineer (Development Engineering)

Witney, England, United Kingdom

11/28/2024

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer, Projects (Development Engineering) to join our R&D Engineering team in Witney.

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The Opportunity

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to collaborate with design, electrical, and controls engineers within the Development Engineering group of R&D. This position will see you designing the Research and Development manufacturing equipment, capable of producing the latest Abbott Diabetes Care sensors whilst also contributing to the design of those future Abbott Diabetes Care sensors.

Key Responsibilities

• Innovative Design:
  
  

Work on the latest Abbott Diabetes Care products with a focus on invention, design & realisation of the equipment that manufactures them.

• Machine Specification:
  
  

Mechanical design of manufacturing equipment incorporating novel technologies, inspection systems, and control systems.

• Support and Documentation:
  
  

Generate comprehensive technical files, follow regulatory requirements outlined by the machinery directive. Assist in commissioning, characterisation, and optimisation of the equipment.

• Team Leadership:
  
  

Lead a small team, overseeing daily activities and providing developmental guidance and line management.

About You

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience:
  
  

Proven track record in automated equipment design, both independently and as part of a team.

• Technical Skills:
  
  

Proficiency in 3D modelling (AutoDESK Inventor most favourable) and a drawing management system.

• Educational Background:
  
  

Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualifications (HNC/HND) with progressive work experience.

• Project Management:
  
  

Experience in leading projects and small teams of engineers.

• Regulated Environment:
  
  

Experience in regulated environments is favourable.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative Thinking:
  
  

Ability to identify opportunities and propose ideas.

• Leadership:
  
  

Inspiring and nurturing character, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, Abbott offers a highly attractive benefits package which includes a defined-contribution pension scheme, a share ownership scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and a flexible benefits scheme which you can tailor to your own requirements. Of course, things are a little different right now, but in general, we like to help our employees live life to the fullest, and therefore we offer a range of optional initiatives for you to get involved in, including onsite allotments, couch to 5k campaigns, bee keeping, yoga and more!

The successful candidate for this role may be qualified for relocation assistance should they need to relocate to join our team.

Full details will be provided during the recruitment and selection process.

About Our Diabetes Care Division

World Leader in Glucose Monitoring, Abbott Diabetes Care designs, develops and manufactures glucose monitoring systems for use in both home and hospital settings. We have a Centre of Excellence in Witney for the development and manufacture of biosensors used by patients and healthcare professionals for the day-to-day management of diabetes. The site has been instrumental in the research, development and manufacture of the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System as well as exciting developments in the Libre family including FreeStyle Libre 2, FreeStyle Libre 3 and the Libre Sense system. We are passionate about doing work that improves the quality of people’s lives.

An equal opportunity employer - Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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