Engineering Technologist I

About the position

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Responsibilities

• Provides Engineering support to the Maintenance and Manufacturing groups to troubleshoot, and improve/maximize the performance of equipment and processes.
• Electrical – Troubleshoots automation equipment through PLC, servo, robotics, HMI/MMI, and related process control and automation systems.
• Mechanical – Troubleshoots mechanical equipment associated with automation and manufacturing processes.
• Manages medium scope projects from inception to completion.
• Keeps Engineering and Manufacturing Management informed of progress.
• Installs, validates and put into production equipment modifications and capital projects.
• Performs hardware/software modifications, and documents system functional specification updates while adhering to documentation and change control requirements.
• Electrical - Prepares standard operating procedures for new and existing automation and process control equipment.
• Mechanical - Prepares standard operating procedures for new and existing mechanical equipment related to automation.
• Manages the cost estimating of medium scoped process improvements and medium capital budget items as well as the spending of approved project funds.
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AA Degree preferred.
• 5+ years experience in related field.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong PLC controls troubleshooting/programming experience. Allen Bradley PLC5, SLC500, Logix5000 focus preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills required.
• Project Management Skills.
• Ability to read and develop mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Strong computer skills with experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, CAD software, and MS Project or related software.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Must have good English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members and leadership.

Benefits

• Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• 401K match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.