Global Electrostatics Engineer

Boston Scientific•Arden Hills, MN

5d•$99,100 - $188,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Electrostatics Engineer will serve as an expert resource advising manufacturing and development engineers across Boston Scientific facilities in the areas of electrostatic discharge (ESD) (safe handling for electronics and for static sensitive chemical handling) and electrostatic attraction (ESA) (particle contamination control). The Global Electrostatics Engineer works collaboratively with different functions (Operations, R&D, Supplier Management, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities, Microbiology, etc.) to find practical solutions. This important position is part of the Global R&D department and works across all divisions and geographies. Work Mode: This position will follow a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of 3 days in-office per week from our Arden Hills, MN, Maple Grove, MN, or Galway Ireland site.

Requirements

4 year degree in Engineering in a field applicable to the medical device industry
Work experience: 7+ Years with BS, 5-7 Years with MS
Understanding electrostatics in the production (Electrostatic attraction, electrostatic discharge, static safety)
Experience creating documents within a quality system (SOP's, WI's, PM's)
Experience with clean room practices
Collaborative, problem solver

Nice To Haves

Strong networker
Understanding electrostatics in the production in medical devices
Experience applying international standards to manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Serve are BSC's global electrostatics expert for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) - safe handling for sensitive electronics
Electrostatic Attraction(ESA) / FM reduction for in-process and final pack areas in our cleanrooms
Static sensitive chemical handling - safe handling for flammable chemicals
Visits BSC production areas to consult about ESC and ESA issues
Maintains a working knowledge of cleanroom equipment and suppliers used at BSC used to mitigate electrostatics issues.
Chairs BSC's Global ESD Team and hosts monthly meetings
Is an active member of BSC's Work Environments Community of Practice
Establishes relationships with External Standards Organizations and participates in global standards development and advocacy.
Leads education efforts and mentoring in utilization of external standards.
Internal presentations (ESD, ESA, FM Reduction)
External presentation opportunities
Fields requests from all global teams to make decisions on all things electrostatic in nature. (Standards, Materials, Equipment, Electrostatics theory, Particle contamination)
Serves as a teacher and mentor to other Boston Scientific engineers