Process Development Engineer I

Integer Holdings Corporation • Plymouth, MN

1d • $69,300 - $101,640

About The Position

The Process Development Engineer I performs general engineering work to develop processes and equipment for introducing new products into manufacturing sites, with the goal of achieving safe, high-quality, and cost-effective results. The role identifies existing or develops new process and equipment technologies, characterizes and optimizes processes, and validates processes and manufacturing lines. As part of a broader new product introduction team, the engineer establishes efficient production line layouts or supports process improvements to existing plant operations, and may estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs.

This is an entry-level engineering role conducted with direction, instruction, and guidance from experienced engineers and managers. The engineer applies standard engineering methods and tools, contributes to projects of moderate complexity, and works with other associates and cross-functional teams to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations. The role also supports Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation strategies, including continuous improvement and the Integer Production System.

The position requires adherence to Integer’s values and applicable safety, environmental, security, quality, FDA, company, and regulatory requirements. Quality is embedded in the engineering discipline, including adherence to the Quality Management System, participation in corrective and preventive actions, and contribution to quality performance goals.

The posted salary range is $69,300–$101,640. The company describes a total rewards program that includes base salary and a cash-based incentive program, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, at minimum, in an engineering or related technical field; candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 0–3 years of experience; candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with associates and cross-functional teams.
• Solid technical aptitude and ability to contribute to a team or produce technical results individually.
• Competence in written and oral communication.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in a high-energy, constantly changing production environment.
• Positive, can-do attitude and belief that failure is not an option.
• Adherence to safety, environmental, security, quality, FDA, company policy, operating procedure, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes and equipment to introduce new products into manufacturing sites, targeting safe, high-quality, and cost-effective results.
• Identify existing process and equipment technologies or develop new technologies; characterize, optimize, and validate processes and manufacturing lines.
• Establish efficient production line layouts as part of new product introduction teams or lead process improvements to existing plant operations.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs as needed.
• Select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to adapt or modify existing products and processes under experienced engineers’ and managers’ supervision.
• Review procedures and plans before implementation, and evaluate existing products, processes, and materials for failures and potential improvements.
• Investigate, develop, document, and implement new product and process technologies for projects of moderate complexity and scope.
• Use Integer’s quality management and production system methodologies to investigate product and process improvement opportunities.
• Apply standard data analysis techniques to identify root causes of product and process failures or support improvement justifications.
• Observe products and processes, follow detailed operating steps, and investigate discrepancies to establish root causes.
• Collaborate with others, exchange information, ask questions, and check for understanding.
• Assure adherence to the Quality Management System, facilitate or contribute to corrective and preventive actions, and contribute to quality KPIs and the journey to 5 Sigma.
• Support Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation strategies, including developing and deploying systems and tools for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support the Integer Production System’s focus areas: strategy alignment; sustained change; standardization; associate engagement; and systems and process optimization.
• Actively support Integer Environmental, Health & Safety programs and contribute to defined goals, project milestones, and continuous improvement suggestions.
• Perform other duties as needed and directed by the line of supervision.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Adoption benefits
• Parental leave available after one year
• Optional employee-paid supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions; immediate eligibility
• 80 hours (10 days) of company-designated holidays per year
• Annual allotment of paid time off
• Cash-based incentive program

What This Job Offers

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