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Valleylab, a division of Tyco Healthcare Group LP, is the world leader in the innovation and manufacture of advanced energy-based medical systems. Founded in 1967, Valleylab remains unsurpassed in creating electrosurgery and radiofrequency treatment systems that increase operating room safety and provide solutions for challenging surgical problems.
Valleylab has maintained its sole campus in Boulder, Colorado for nearly 40 years, and provides a culture rich in organic growth and development with a strong emphasis on people, product and process to sustain our success. More information can be found at www.valleylab.com.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer, OE (EE with Microwave RF) will be a key member of a cross functional New Product Development (NPD) team from product concept to launch. The manufacturing engineering individual will be responsible for:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead manufacturing process development and validation including measurement systems in compliance with company policies and procedures including to IQ/OQ/PQ criteria
New (or existing product) sustaining, process troubleshooting and enhancement
Function as a key member of cross functional NPD team
Preparing time, cost, and quality estimates for sub-projects and executing them
Participate in team decision making
Provide leadership and direction for manufacturing and test fixture design and test
Provide direction to laboratory technicians as required
Clearly communicate in a timely manner project status, issues and project needs
Develop and execute engineering test protocols for components and devices
Actively participate in supplier selection & development
Develop and implement manufacturing instructions and technical specifications in accordance with the company’s change order system
Work with core team members towards providing process validation guidance to suppliers
Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY:
Design for manufacturing of high power microwave RF amplifiers
Design of in-circuit tuning systems for automated high power microwave RF amplifiers
Design of the construction of high power microwave RF amplifier assemblies (mechanical/thermal expertise)
Design of trade offs for Microwave RF printed circuit assembly, design, properties and assembly
Properties and development of microwave RF cable assemblies
Experience in the regulatory requirements of medical devices including EMC and safety
RoHs requirements
Management of obsolete component issues
Supplier quality issue resolution
Managing and developing engineering changes in a medical manufacturing environment
Sensitivity to cultural diversity and demonstrated success in interacting with a diverse workforce
PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Works with other engineering personnel to create and develop engineering prototypes of new products/processes.
Works with RAQA and Documentation departments to establish proper regulatory and quality documentation procedures.
Works with engineering personnel on production problems and changes as necessary.
Works as a as a team member in the development of engineering designs and tests.
Supplies Purchasing Department with specifications regarding purchased parts and OEM products/processes.
Works with Safety, Health and Wellness, affected employees, and other necessary resources to ensure the highest feasible level of safety and hazard control.
Works directly with finish goods suppliers in all aspects of product/process development, release, and sustaining activities.
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
EXPERIENCE:
5 to 7 years experience in engineering practice including product support responsibility.
Knowledge/Experience with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) processes and programs
High-powered microwave generators/transmitters a plus (1 – 10 Gigahertz)
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Valleylab/ Tyco Healthcare Group LP is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer, OE (Electrical w/Microwave RF)) will be a key member of a cross functional New Product Development (NPD) team from product concept to launch. The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead manufacturing process development and validation including measurement systems in compliance with company policies and procedures.
New (or existing product) sustaining, process troubleshooting and enhancement.
Function as a key member or as a leader of cross functional NPD team as required.
Preparing time, cost, and quality estimates for projects and executing them.
Participate in team decision making.
Provide leadership and direction for manufacturing and test fixture design and test.
Provide direction to laboratory test technicians as required.
Clearly communicate in a timely manner project status, issues and project needs.
Develop and execute engineering test protocols for components and devices.
Actively participate in supplier selection & development.
Develop and implement manufacturing instructions and technical specifications in accordance with the company’s change order system.
Work with core team members towards providing process validation guidance to suppliers.
Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY:
Automated testing of high power microwave RF amplifiers
The processes unique to high power microwave RF amplifier assembly
Microwave RF printed circuit assembly, design, properties and assembly
RoHs requirements
Tuning of microwave RF output amplifiers
Construction and testing of microwave RF cable assemblies
Experience testing medical devices (safety etc.)
Managing and developing engineering changes in a medical manufacturing environment
Lean and Six-Sigma training/experience
Statistical Process controls
Experience working in NPD teams with R&D, Quality, purchasing and suppliers •Experience introducing new products to manufacturing
Ability to provide continuous feedback to design team with regards to device manufacturability
Experience using Change Order System and document control system •Familiarity with environmental constraints (EMI/EMC, vibration, packaging, thermal, etc.)
Ability to recognize potential problems and provide leadership in resolving them in a structured manner
Skills in personal computer spreadsheet, word processors
Ability to multi task and recognize product and process improvement opportunities •Ability to carry out engineering calculations and analysis
Ability to lead teams through complex projects
Ability to write engineering documents, test protocols, laboratory notebook entries and reports.
Ability to perform component engineering design and changes.
Ability to make oral presentations at company meetings.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external personnel
Ability to mentor junior engineers.
Self-starter with go get it attitude
Strong interpersonal skills
Sensitivity to cultural diversity and demonstrated success in interacting with a diverse workforce
PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Works with other engineering personnel to create and develop engineering prototypes of new products/processes.
Works with RAQA and Documentation departments to establish proper regulatory and quality documentation procedures.
Works with engineering personnel on production problems and changes as necessary.
Works with Marketing and cross-functional teams to define and introduce new products.
Works as a team leader (and as a team member when required) in the development of engineering designs and tests.
Supplies Purchasing Department with specifications regarding purchased parts and OEM products/processes.
Works with Safety, Health and Wellness, affected employees, and other necessary resources to ensure the highest feasible level of safety and hazard control.
Works directly with finish goods suppliers in all aspects of product/process development, release, and sustaining activities.
EDUCATION:
Required: BSEE
Preferred: MSEE
EXPERIENCE:
Five to seven (5-7) years experience in engineering practice including project development responsibility.
Knowledge/Experience with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) processes and programs.
High-powered microwave RF generators/transmitters a plus (1 – 10 Gigahertz)
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Valleylab/ Tyco Healthcare Group LP is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
Valleylab
5920 Longbow Drive
Boulder, CO 80301
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