Product Development Engineer II

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers' success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right

Job Summary

Initiates, directs and manages the design, and development of new products and processes from concept to commercial manufacturing. Works closely with other departments to coordinate design engineering activities. Reviews, initiates or approves engineering drawings, layouts, changes orders and specifications. Plans process flow, evaluates process capability, modifies tooling, builds tooling, and designs tooling. Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part o f a major project. Develops and /or reviews test procedures and plans prior to implementation, as well as conduct failure analysis and inspection on products, processes and materials. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures while using judgment when making minor adaptations and modifications. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Prepares all necessary paperwork and documentation for all projects undertaken.

Who are we?

Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM's (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.

What you'll do in this role:

Supports ongoing production operations and is the primary technical support resource for production lines. Typically, works directly with production associates daily to support process and equipment as well as responds to resolve technical issues that arise during production operations. Develops, details, and implements process and equipment solutions which improve safety, quality, delivery and cost on existing production lines. Develops and procures tooling, fixtures, and equipment used in manufacturing g that optimize productivity, maintainability, and cost. Creates and maintains manufacturing documents and digital operations systems (IIOT systems) including engineering drawings, BOMs, routers, process work instructions, engineering change orders, and MES configuration modeling. Leads equipment qualification and process validation tasks. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to evaluate and influence designs for manufacturability, cost reduction and business growth projects. Interacts with manufacturing, quality and supply chain associates to identify process improvement opportunities and to evaluate/disposition non-conforming products as needed. Establishes and executes corrective and preventative action plans to remediate system quality or operational concerns and proactively takes action to mitigate potential for production operations failures. Participate in cross-functional project teams to implement creative solutions. Monitors performance of equipment, machines and tools and correct equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields or product quality issues. Interfaces with Quality and R&D to integrate new products or processes. Responsible for identifying and correcting manufacturing process nonconformance's identified during prototype builds. Works with the product monitoring group on complaint investigations and supports the DPRA process. CAPA owner for any CAPA's related to the design of the product. Coordinates with the manufacturing site on product transfers by leading the design transfer process. Supports the manufacturing site on any design or process related changes. Supports the supplier quality team on for supplier changes that might impact the product design..

• You adhere to Integer's Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• You will generally work independently with occasional guidance from supervisors or mentors to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to existing specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• You will review procedures and plans prior to implementation as well as evaluate existing products, processes and materials for failure analysis and potential improvements.
• You will participate in projects that require you to investigate, develop, document and implement new product and process technologies of moderate complexity and scope.
• While often you may be responding to situations presented to you by others, you will also be able to demonstrate proactive insight into technical challenges and mitigates potential issues or incorporates improvements.
• You will plan, schedule and execute the engineering work in a part of a major project; or you may lead a smaller scope project.
• You will perform work on technical projects where you will follow Integer's standard quality management and production system methodologies to investigate opportunities for product and process improvements.
• You will apply standard data analysis practices and techniques to establish root cause for product and process failures or to support the justification for improvements to products and processes.
• You will be required to observe products and processes to recognize discrepancies in results and follow operations throughout a series of detailed steps or processes to establish root cause of the discrepancies.
• You are expected to collaborate with others in the exchange of information, ask questions and regularly check for understanding in support of your development as an engineer.
• You embed Quality within the Engineering discipline - "I own Quality." You are a standard bearer for Quality in everything we do at Integer, by assuring adherence to our Quality Management System (QMS), facilitating and/or contributing to corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to the successful attainment of our quality KPI's and journey to 5 Sigma.
• You may perform other duties as needed and as directed by your line of supervision.

Provide support of Integer's Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies

• You champion the development of and deployment of the systems and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• You embrace the Manufacturing Excellence culture based on the Integer Production System and its five focus areas:
  • Strategy Alignment through Site Hoshin Plans, the regular cadence of Sales, Inventory, and Operations' Planning (SiOP) meetings, and regular updates to the value stream maps.
  • Leadership of Sustained Change by ensuring production monitoring & improvement activities and deployment of Leader Standard Work.
  • Standardization through workplace organization & visual controls (5S), Manufacturing Standard Work, and robust training & certification programs.
  • Associate Engagement promoted through the adoption of standardized problem solving. methodologies, behavior-based safety programs, and improvement idea and suggestion systems.
  • Systems & Process Optimization through adoption of principles of built in quality, optimized scheduling & material system designs, work cell design, and total productive maintenance.

How you will be measured:

• The specific measures listed below may be subject to change and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list
• Safety is our highest priority; you will be an active supporter of the Integer Environmental Health & Safety programs.
• Quality - Achievement of site Quality KPI's
• You will have defined Goals and Objectives specifying key projects and expected milestones to achieve.
• Given your capabilities and experience, you will identify ways to shorten the project durations and make changes to current processes and procedures that enable greater efficiencies.
• Innovation and ideation are critical aspects of your role and you will be expected to generate continuous improvement suggestions and support the implementation of them.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical field; and have at least three years of relevant experience.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Product Development Engineer II: $71,250 - $104,500

U.S. Applicants: EOE/AA Disability/Veteran