Supplier Engineer III - External Operations

bostonscientific • Maple Grove, MN

2d • $76,000 - $144,400

About The Position

At Boston Scientific, as part of the External Operations team supporting Sourced Finished Medical Devices in the IC/PI division, the Supplier Engineer III assists with the design and development of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to meet manufacturing delivery targets, minimize costs, and ensure product quality at BSC Finished Good Suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
• 3+ years of experience in engineering role, preferably in a manufacturing environment, supporting Capital Equipment/electronics manufacturing
• Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and/or international)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in regulated industry, specifically working with suppliers and/or contract manufacturers
• Strong electrical engineering or electronics background
• Interpersonal skills with ability to develop internal and external relationships
• Organized and detail-oriented; ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects
• Strong knowledge base of statistical methods, problem-solving techniques, lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologies
• Understanding of validation, risk management documentation (Design and Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis and Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis), and product lifecycle

Responsibilities

• Sustaining activities at suppliers for Capital Equipment and associated accessories
• Collaborating with suppliers and extended team for investigation of device issues or supply constraints through use of problem-solving, process capability studies, Six Sigma and Value Improvement projects, data analytics and/or process documentation.
• Supporting and/or leading projects for product qualification, change management, process development, cost reduction, capacity management, and all related documentation activities
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to qualify and improve supplier processes; submit and manage manufacturing change requests, as necessary
• Communication of status, project updates, key findings, etc. to stakeholders
• Ensuring corrective actions are identified, implemented and controlled by suppliers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees