Title:  Engineer, Product Analysis

Job Summary

In this role, you will work under the direction of the Complaints Quality Manager to support activities related to product root-cause failure investigations on electro-mechanical drug delivery devices in a biohazard laboratory.  You will additionally drive lean initiatives on the investigation process, manage communication with internal and external customers, and train team members on new devices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Is proficient in the use and maintenance of laboratory test equipment necessary for conducting root-cause investigations; such as Instron, CT scanner, oscilloscope, power supply, multi-meter, microscopes.

• Is proficient in the process of conducting root cause investigations of R&D or returned field units.

• Utilizes on the job experience, critical thinking skills, and root cause analysis methodologies to assist lab technicians with atypical and/or complex root cause determination.

• Has effective technical writing skills and is able to communicate findings in a technical, concise, and effective manner with little to no assistance.  Documents investigations reports per procedures.

• Assists the Complaints Quality Manager with:

  • Review and approval of investigation reports

  • Training technicians on the investigation processes and use of laboratory equipment.

  • Performing daily, weekly, and/or monthly tracking and trending activities related to complaints and other lab metrics.

  • New customer onboarding

  • Complaint-handling process improvements / lean initiatives.

• Contributes to the design and development of new tests and debugging methods.

• Identifies critical product issues. Assists with Issue Reviews and Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPAs) when necessary. Contacts appropriate support and/or management to ensure issues are reported and resolved.

• Creates and maintains a clean, neat, and safe work environment through identifying and resolving potential safety hazards.

• Facilitates teamwork and collaboration between departments to maximize processes and resolve problems.

• Demonstrates a “Customer Service” approach to all activities and assignments.

• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.

• Complies with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times; including proper handling of biohazard materials and components.

• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Additional Responsibilities

Education

• Education: Bachelor's in Science or Engineering

Work Experience

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in conducting root cause investigations of field units.
• Experience in laboratory test equipment operation and maintenance such as Instron, CT scanner, oscilloscope, power supply, multi-meter, and microscopes.
• Background in medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and operational excellence concepts.

License and Certifications

Travel Requirements

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Prioritize and complete multiple tasks. Has effective time management skills and can easily adapt to changes in priorities; needs little to no assistance in determining priorities and deliverables.
  • Understand and communicate technical ideas and concepts with technical and non-technical audiences (written and verbal)