Manufacturing EngineerSr. Manufacturing Engineer Controls

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The Position

Doing now what patients need next. Near Patient Care is committed to helping people with diabetes everywhere in the world think less about their daily diabetes routine so they can get true relief day and night. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions for both people with diabetes and their professionals - from blood glucose monitoring to information management to continuous glucose monitoring. Our aim is to offer innovative products services and comprehensive solutions for convenient efficient and effective diabetes management.

Internal Manufacturing Indianapolis is a function within Roche Diagnostics - Near Patient Care Operations responsible for the strip manufacturing of the majority of our blood glucose monitoring portfolio for the global demand of our the future Internal Manufacturing Indianapolis will also be responsible for sensor manufacturing for our continuous glucose monitoring portfolio.

The Opportunity :

As a Manufacturing Engineer - Controls you will provide technical engineering support of automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment as required by the production schedule. You will troubleshoot equipment and process issues lead / contribute to process improvement / characterization projects train maintenance and production personnel conduct pilot and validation activities following Roche Diagnostics Near Patient Care Operations policies and procedure. You will ensure the validated state of the production process / equipment is maintained.

Your Responsibilities;

Leads the development implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods procedures and processes in the manufacture of products components subassemblies and final assemblies.

Develops and improves automation and electromechanical processes by studying requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; and soliciting observations from operators and maintenance technicians.

Interfaces with design and process development engineering in coordinating the release of new products to the manufacturing process.

Helps to estimate manufacturing cost and makes recommendations for tooling controls system hardware and software and process requirements of new or existing production lines.

Manages multiple projects and time scopes for each project.

Ensures process changes are characterized and implemented following validation policies and procedures.

Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished -product and system capabilities; and confirming fabrication assembly and installation processes.

Assists department leadership in setting strategic direction.

Possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles practices and procedures of the field.

Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

Provide guidance and advice to lower level staff.

Participates in the on-call rotation to provide off shift / weekend support to production as needed.

Support key initiatives such as information management cyber security and life cycle management.

Knowledge / Skills / Attributes

This role requires hands-on experience in troubleshooting manufacturing equipment controls systems. Key areas of focus include but are not limited to :

Electrical systems

PLC ladder logic and structured text (preferably Allen Bradley PLCs using RSLogix / Studio 5000)

Motion Controls (e.g. VFDs servos etc.)

Human Machine Interface (HMI) (preferably FactoryTalk View SE / ME)

Vision Inspection (preferably Cognex Insight Explorer)

Distributed I / O (preferably Profibus / Ethernet IP)

Sensors (e.g. part presence / absence position process monitoring etc.)

Comfortable modifying control system programs configurations and electrical systems to support continuous improvement activity.

Skilled in working with vendors to identify improvement project solutions and obsolete components replacements.

Experienced in developing and executing equipment qualification requirements testing and documentation.

Experienced in collaborating with teams to implement improvements qualify changes and resolve quality / downtime issues.

Seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of areas of specialization

Ability to run simulations and analyze test data.

Ability to write and present clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

Highly analytical mind with exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Who You Are

Manufacturing Engineer - Controls

Bachelors degree in Engineering or closely related discipline with 2 years of related experience; advanced degree may substitute for previous experience or equivalent experience

Related experience must include troubleshooting modifying and / or developing industrial equipment controls systems (PLCs HMIs Motion Control etc.)

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Controls

Bachelors degree in Engineering or closely related discipline with 5 years relevant experience or Masters of Engineering / PhD with 2 years relevant experience or equivalent experience

Relevant experience must include troubleshooting modifying and / or developing industrial equipment controls systems (PLCs HMIs Motion Control etc.)

Preferences

Familiar with GMP in a regulated environment (Medical Device or Pharmaceutical).

Previous experience troubleshooting controls systems of high volume / speed manufacturing equipment.

Previous training or experience in Process Improvement Methodologies (e.g. LSS PDCA etc.).

Demonstrates excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.

Strong ability to teach and educate key stakeholders and other colleagues.

Deep commitment to cross-functional collaboration and breaking down silos to achieve the best results for the organization.

This is an onsite role in Indianapolis. Relocation benefits are not available.

The expected salary range for the Manufacturing Engineer position based on the primary location of Indiana is $68800 - $127800 Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance as well as participation in a long-term incentive program. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

The expected salary range for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer position based on the primary location of Indiana is $83200 - $154500 Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance as well as participation in a long-term incentive program. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together more than 100000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities foster creativity and keep our ambitions high so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Lets build a healthier future together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ promote and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit qualifications and competence. The companys policy prohibits unlawful discrimination including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status individuals with disabilities status and consistent with all federal state or local laws.

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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 83200 - 154500