Job description
Equipment Engineer
Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes remote and onsite roles. By applying to this position, you will have the opportunity to discuss your preferred working location with your Talent Acquisition Specialist.
- Location: Cork
- Req Number: 555304
- Contract type: Permanent
At Boston Scientific, we draw the strength from the unique talents and abilities inherent in a diverse workforce and we believe that the best and most innovative products come from an inclusive workplace where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team for a confidential discussion.
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
Purpose Statement:
Act as a member of the Boston Scientific Cork facility equipment engineering team. To provide Maintenance support to Operations, in ensuring operational goals and objectives are achieved for the plant.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Generate documentation for the detailed specification, design, development and testing of new equipment & automated systems
- Develop detailed knowledge & understanding in all aspects of automation systems including PLC, HMI, vision, robotics, PC software and databases.
- Develop a detailed understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and use of same to drive optimum equipment utilisation/operation.
- Identify equipment & automated system upgrades as part of continuous improvement programs, improving equipment/systems in terms of performance, qualify & availability.
- Provide technical support and make informed decisions on hardware and architecture selection
- Analyse, understand & fault-find as necessary on complex automation equipment
- Develop, test and install code changes to existing equipment under change control
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of code to medical device standards
- Actively participate among cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to required quality standards.
Education & Experience:
- Degree in software/automation/electrical engineering or related discipline and at least 3 years relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of automation systems with experience of Allen Bradley and Beckhoff PLC’s an advantage
- Knowledge/experience in Robotics & Vision system applications an advantage
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organisational skills and technical knowledge
- Strong Leadership & Influencing skills
- Works well within a team environment and on own initiative
- Ability to document own work clearly and precisely
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in the Project Management of New Equipment Introduction Projects is a distinct advantage.
About us
Purpose and Passion – Comprehensive Benefits – Life-Work Integration – Career Growth
At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose – improving lives through your life’s work.
As a global medical technology leader for more than 35 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you’re looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there’s no better place to make it happen.
Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran
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