Engineering - Non Degreed I

Title: Engineering - Non Degreed I

Location: Plano, TX

Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of Conversion)

100% Onsite

Shift Time: 6am to 4:30pm

Key Skills:

• Electromechanical assembly
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Electrical testing and inspection
• Use of test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, etc.)
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to follow SOPs, drawings, and technical instructions
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA-regulated environments
• Computer/data entry skills

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up, calibrate, and operate basic manufacturing equipment in accordance with production schedules and quality standards.
• Assemble electromechanical subassemblies and finished medical devices, including handling small precision components.
• Perform functional and electrical testing using automated equipment and manual instruments (oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator).
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to product lines and manufacturing processes to minimize defects; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Conduct electrical testing of medical device hardware in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Support rework, repair, servicing, and refurbishment of nonconforming products.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production equipment; document activities in CMMS (InforEAM).
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation, including Device History Records (DHR), ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Utilize electronic systems and software tools for data collection and production tracking.
• Adhere strictly to FDA regulations, Quality Management System (QMS), and Environmental Health & Safety procedures.
• Support engineering initiatives such as process validation, continuous improvement, and new product introduction (NPI).
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, yields, and productivity.
• Manage priorities across multiple product lines with minimal supervision.
• Provide cross-functional support and training to team members as needed.
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
• Interpret technical documents including SOPs, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Support audits, inspections, and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and contractors.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical certification or associate degree in electronics, manufacturing, or related field preferred
• Typically 0–2 years of relevant manufacturing or production experience (medical device or regulated industry preferred).

Preferred Experience:

• Medical device or highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience with cleanroom operations
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (InforEAM)
• Exposure to QMS, EMS, and compliance standards
• Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.