Manufacturing Engineer - Controls

Roche • Indianapolis, IN

20h • $70,100 - $130,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Roche Diabetes Care is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Controls to join its Equipment Performance team in Indianapolis. The role supports automated equipment used to manufacture blood glucose monitoring strips and continuous glucose monitoring devices. The engineer leads continuous improvement initiatives, analyzes equipment data to identify opportunities for optimization, and drives projects to improve equipment performance. The position also designs and executes validation activities to ensure processes meet Roche’s compliance and regulatory standards, and provides technical support and troubleshooting for operators and technicians.

The role develops and maintains manufacturing methods, procedures, and processes; coordinates the release of new products into manufacturing; contributes to manufacturing cost estimates and tooling and process recommendations; and manages multiple projects. It supports quality assurance through testing and confirmation of fabrication, assembly, and installation processes, assists department leadership with strategic direction, and provides guidance to less experienced staff. Participation in an on-call rotation for off-shift and weekend production support is required as needed.

The position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation benefits are not available. The stated annual base pay range is $70,100–$130,100. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance, along with participation in a long-term incentive program. The posting says the position qualifies for benefits detailed at a linked page but does not list specific benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline, with 2 years of related experience; an advanced degree may substitute for previous experience.
• Ability to run simulations and analyze test and equipment data.
• Ability to write and present clear, comprehensive technical documentation.
• Effective communication with People Leaders and stakeholders.
• Highly analytical, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Superior computer skills.
• Provide off-shift and weekend production support through an on-call rotation as needed.

Nice To Haves

• RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 programming experience, including ladder, structured text, SFC, and AOI.
• FactoryTalk View ME/SE programming experience.
• Cognex Insight Explorer programming experience.
• Experience with distributed I/O, including Profibus/Ethernet IP.
• Previous experience troubleshooting controls systems on high-volume or high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with GMP in a regulated environment, such as medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Training or experience in process improvement methodologies such as LSS or PDCA.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to teach and educate key stakeholders and colleagues.
• Commitment to cross-functional collaboration and breaking down silos.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, procedures, and processes for products, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Study customer requirements and research and test manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; solicit observations from operators and maintenance technicians.
• Coordinate with design and process development engineering on the release of new products into the manufacturing process.
• Help estimate manufacturing costs and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing lines.
• Manage multiple projects and their timelines.
• Ensure process changes are characterized and implemented in accordance with validation policies and procedures.
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods, testing finished-product and system capabilities, and confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Assist department leadership in setting strategic direction.
• Apply broad knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of the field.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Provide guidance and advice to lower-level staff.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to provide off-shift and weekend production support as needed.
• Analyze equipment and test data, identify optimization opportunities, and drive equipment performance improvement projects.
• Design and execute validation activities in accordance with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to operators and technicians.

Benefits

• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.
• Participation in a long-term incentive program.
• The position qualifies for benefits detailed at a link in the posting; specific benefits are not listed.
• Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level