Test Development Engineer I

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St. Paul, MN location in the Electrophysiology division. In Abbott's Electrophysiology (EP) business, we're advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

As the Test Development Engineer I, you'll support our Operations Process Development Group. This role includes, but is not limited to, design and development of new software and hardware to test new products in a manufacturing environment. Investigates and resolves production problems involving test equipment software and hardware. Applies engineering and scientific principles to evaluate and solve technical problems. Identifies and uses the most effective and cost-efficient practices to achieve continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.

What You'll Work On

• Evaluates product components, subassemblies, and final assemblies to identify the complete set of test requirements necessary to ensure that all steps in the manufacturing process result in a functional, defect-free product.
• Develops ATE - Automated Test Equipment - to implement required testing. This includes researching and selecting hardware and test instrumentation that is capable of performing measurements to the required accuracy and resolution.
• Develops custom software (e.g. LabVIEW, TestStand, Python) to implement test requirements.
• Assists others in the design and development of interface hardware, probes, test fixtures and circuit boards.
• Maintains existing test software. Installs changes as necessary to support updates to existing product designs. Updates all documentation to support changes.
• Generates project plans and tracks progress against plan milestones.
• Uses engineering background to identify and resolve discrepancies between new design test requirements and test system capabilities.
• Coordinates transfer of device and test software into production and provides follow-up support to facilitate resolution of problems.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or related engineering field.
• Familiarity or experience with Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) systems.
• 0-2 years of experience in electronics testing and troubleshooting.
• 0-2 years of experience programming in National Instruments' LabVIEW (CLAD and/or CLD certifications are a plus).
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Python programming language
• Experience working in a broader business unit model enterprise/cross-division

Apply Now

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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JOB FAMILY:
Product Development

DIVISION:
EP Electrophysiology

LOCATION:
United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Tech Center : One St Jude Medical Drive

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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