Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Laborie Medical Technologies Corp•Salt Lake City, UT

9d•$145,000 - $155,000

About The Position

As a key member of the Manufacturing team, the Principal Manufacturing Engineer will assist in creating strategies and systems which allow all Laborie sites to assess operational needs. The role will aid others in investigating, recommending and implementing improvements include process, equipment, and automation used in manufacturing. The Principal Manufacturing Engineer is a highly experienced, professional recognized as a subject matter expert across the organization, influencing company-wide operations strategies, drives functional initiatives, and will mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

12+ years' experience as Manufacturing/Production Engineer (or 8+ with Master's), preferably in medical device industry; Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
Proven expertise in manufacturing operations, quality, and product development, including Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong background in Lean Manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of ISO 13485/ISO 9000 standards, health & safety regulations, and strong organizational/time management skills.
Ability to travel 25%

Responsibilities

Act as corporate SME, providing technical leadership, guiding operational strategy, and advising on new product development and design changes.
Lead high-impact, cross-functional projects, partnering with executive leadership to align manufacturing initiatives with business objectives and growth strategies, including acquisition evaluations.
Drive manufacturing excellence and efficiency by optimizing workflows, conducting time studies, improving line layouts, implementing Lean initiatives to reduce cycle time and stabilize production.
Own design transfer and production readiness, collaborating cross-functionally to implement new products and updates while training and mentoring technicians and engineering teams.
Lead validation and qualification activities (IQ, OQ, PQ, MSA) ensuring compliance with ISO standards and robust process capability.
Improve product and process quality by defining testing methods, establishing standards, and ensuring manufacturing processes meet regulatory and performance requirements.
Provide data-driven insights through costs analysis, production planning, and reporting, including labor/material forecasting and performance trend analysis.