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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field.  Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

Collaboration is a fundamental part of our organization's culture and is essential to our continued success. As such, the successful candidate for this position is expected to work on-site, enabling them to engage fully with colleagues and contribute to cross-functional initiatives. Therefore, the ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive and supportive team environment is a key requirement for this role.  

Areas of Responsibility

As a Process Engineer, you will work within the Group Process Development team and use skills related to sustaining and improving production manufacturing processes as part of a cross-functional team. The Process Engineer’s primary responsibilities are debugging, observing, and expediting shop orders. You will assist with developing and updating engineering documents and investigating new tooling, materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies.

Project Management

Project management skills, including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks, are valuable to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Communication

Strong communication skills are essential for effectively conveying ideas, collaborating on projects, and presenting findings or recommendations.

Problem Solving

You will be responsible for identifying and resolving issues that arise. This will include taking action to solve the problem by generating ideas for the solution, finding out the reasons behind the problem, and implementing the solution.

Performance Objectives

Within your first 6 months, you will be responsible for learning about our company, contributing to various projects and leading project management initiatives.

During your first 30 days, you will:

• Learn about Applied’s mission and vision and take part in a variety of Applied Learning foundational courses.
• Discuss your goals and expectations with your team leader(s) and read and review all relevant team resources and materials.
• Immerse yourself in team meetings and discussions.
• Exhibit a strong technical understanding of the product line(s) and/or projects
• Support team meetings and agendas.
• Take on one or more projects that require low to moderate guidance.

Within 60 days, you will:

• Develop interpersonal connections and relationships with others to effectively accomplish project objectives and deliverables.
• Lead moderate to complex projects with minimal guidance or direction.

Within 90 days to 1 year, you will:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Applied’s Quality Management System and effectively troubleshoot challenges or obstacles that may affect project timelines.
• Handle a variety of projects on your own.

Position Requirements

• 1-4 years of relevant Engineering work experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent) 
• Experience with manufacturing equipment and processes
• Experience with computer-aided design (i.e. SolidWorks), spreadsheets, scheduling programs, and word processing
• Excellent technical writing
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) 
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Working knowledge of a variety of materials and mechanical designs
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Technical aptitude and detail oriented

Preferred

• Experience in the medical device industry
• Understanding of manufacturing and quality standards, including FDA regulations and ISO quality systems 
• Experience with software such as NetWeaver/Product Lifecycle Management 
• Experience with Minitab or other statistical analysis software
• Leadership or project management experience
• Excellent organization, communication, and documentation skills

Inside this Business Group

The Group Process Development team is responsible for support of the manufacturing processes for their respective product families. They help with concept development, product testing, prototyping, feasibility testing, and design for manufacturing. They ensure that the manufacturing components and procedures are designed and validated to meet the company's performance, value, quality, and cost requirements. This involves collaborating with other teams including, but not limited to, Quality Systems, Regulatory Affairs, and Clinical Development.

Benefits

The base compensation range for this role is $75000 - $95000 / year for the position in California. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries in California based on the date of this job posting. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range compensation package during your hiring process. 

Please understand that the compensation range may be modified in the future. Each amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation once such amount is earned and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefit or any other form of compensation may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

The total compensation package for this position may also include [bonuses and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans]. 

Our total reward package also includes the following:

• Training and mentorship with ongoing learning and development courses
• On-campus wellness activities
• Comprehensive medical and dental and vision coverage
• Education reimbursement program
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule

All compensation and benefits are subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in the applicable plan documents and any written agreements between the parties.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.