Position Summary
A Principal Manufacturing Engineer is a high level, experienced manufacturing / process engineer and is accountable for developing and maintaining capable and stable manufacturing processes to meet product quality standards / requirements. The role is responsible for process development and improvement, and tooling and fixture development and improvement both internally at AtriCure, and externally at key suppliers. A principal manufacturing engineer may also be involved in development of process analytics for preemptive defect control, process documentation and process layout & material logistic flow.
Essential Functions
- Experienced member of the manufacturing engineering team responsible for the qualification, implementation and support of manufacturing processes and equipment
- Is considered a subject matter expert in at least 2 major areas of manufacturing engineering
- Ensures continuous improvement in process, cost, quality and production
- Responsible for leading / mentoring members of the Manufacturing / Process Engineering Teams
- Supports and drives a DFM focused culture within the PD teams and the operations organization
- Supports and drives a continuous improvement culture within the PD teams and the operations organization
- Key liaison with external suppliers
- Expertise in machining, molding and extrusion tooling and processes
Additional Essential Functions
Regular and predictable worksite attendanceAbility to work under fast-paced conditionsAbility to make decisions and use good judgmentAbility to prioritize various duties and multitask as requiredAbility to successfully work with othersAdditional duties as assignedBasic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Eng., Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Eng. or equivalent is required15+ years (10 years + Masters) of experienceExperience in development of new manufacturing processes and the tooling / equipment required to implement the processesKnowledge base in Lean Processes and Continuous ImprovementExperience in Design for ManufacturabilityExperience with medical device design and manufacturePrevious class II or class III Medical Device manufacturing experiencePossess a strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilitiesProvide guidance in process and supplier selection when necessarySelf-motivated with strong time management skillsDemonstrated ability to develop business, operational and financial strategies, plans and programs that foster the achievement of organizational objectivesAbility to translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plansDemonstrated possession of in-depth and current knowledge of industry best practices and the ability to implement the sameExperience in technical report writing and verbal and oral communication skillsMust be able to read blue prints and interpret technical specifications and illustrationsComfortable driving multiple initiatives at a rapid pace, making thoughtful recommendations with available dataActive, high-energy communicator who drives a company vision / mission to align teams, critical resources, management, and stakeholdersCreative thinker with exceptional process, analytical, management and relationship skillsProblem solving / trouble shooting experienceAbility to travel 10%Other Requirements
Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as requiredAbility to occasionally bend and push / pullAbility to regularly lift up to 25 poundsAbility to pass pre-employment drug screen and background checkBenefits
AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families. Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 20 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more. Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria. To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website : https : / / www.atricure.com / careers-atricure / benefits.
AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https : / / www.e-verify.gov /
AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).
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