Principal Systems Engineer

Company: Abbott Laboratories
Location: Irving
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countriesABOUT ABBOTT DIAGNOSTICS: The key to successful treatment and full recovery is often fast, accurate diagnosis. Abbott's life-changing tests and diagnostic tools provide insights that enable smarter, faster decisions and transform the way the world is managing health.Our pioneering technology spans the world of healthcare operations - with medical diagnostic instruments, tests, automation and informatics solutions for hospitals, reference labs, blood centers, emergency departments, physician offices and clinics.Our location in Irving, TX currently has an opportunity for Principal Systems EngineerWHAT YOU'LL DOThe Principal Systems Engineer applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify a lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions. Evaluates customer and/user needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces. Leads various analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture. Leads analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance and other specialties quality factors into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success. Guides the development of planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements, architecture, design, tools, risk, issues, opportunities and the technology readiness assessment processes. Resolves cross-functional organizational and technical issues.Responsibilities:* Guides the definition of system requirements, system specifications and input/output process, etc. Guides analysis of system requirements, user needs, system design, and coordinates system evaluation activities.* Leads design reviews, development and testing to assess performance against design specification; reliability testing, and assessment of system interactions. * Oversees and guides the development of manufacturing processes and troubleshooting issues to determine root cause and possible engineering solutions.* Oversees special studies or experiments to improve systems engineering practices, system quality, and define new components, products or processes.* Guides application of sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving System level issues.* Champions continuous improvement of processes and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/cross-functional groups and analyze activities to improve workflow and work processes.* Promotes collaboration with various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology) through knowledge of the interaction between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business, Quality).* Champions products and services that meet the highest technical and quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies and processes and embrace first-time quality as a way of life - not accepting, creating or passing any defects and speaking up.* Leads and performs analysis of program technical and cost requirements to develop program affordability goals and objectives. Guides development and analysis of affordability initiatives and opportunities. Develops program affordability metrics data and supporting rationale that leads to sound decisions and quality results.* Leads team members in the analysis of performance and suitability of system architecture by developing and integrating performance budgets and evaluating Key Performance Parameters (KPPs)/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs).EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRINGMinimum QualificationsAssociate Degree and 7+ years of experiencePreferred Requirements* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering) or related Engineering/Scientific Field* 10 + years of relevant experience* Recognized experience leading complex system and risk analysis* Demonstrated ability to lead and utilize data to make decisions and influence stakeholders* Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Expert knowledge of Systems Engineering principles and concepts* Demonstrated ability to apply principles of systems thinking to accelerate performance* Demonstrated Customer Focus, making their needs a primary focus of one's actions* Knowledge of external regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics. Experience in a highly regulated environment* Hands on experience with diagnostic medical equipment in a laboratory environment* Experience with statistical data analysis* Experience with executing integration test plans for complex systems. * Experience with Requirement analysis and decomposition. * Prior medical device experience: electro-mechanical, chemical, or biochemical technologies as they pertain to the design, integration, evaluation and commercialization of diagnostic systems. * Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:* Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance* Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans* Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs* Paid time off* 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match* The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesLearn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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