Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Job Description
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position works out of our LIBERTY, SC location in the CARDIAC RHYTHM MANAGEMENT division.
As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.
We are seeking a high caliber SR. QUALITY ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN who will work under general supervision, builds routines for non-contact inspection equipment to support incoming inspection activities. Interprets drawing & blueprint requirements and applies test or inspection methods to verify requirements. Performs tests according to written protocols; adjusts incoming inspection plans to support supplier quality engineering; maintains accurate written and electronic records; develops special tests; troubleshoots and repairs equipment. Takes initiative to ensure work is done accurately and completely. Applies existing work methods to different known situations. Solves problems involve recurring, routine situations; usually refers more complex problems to supervisor or more senior level personnel.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma / GED And trade school certification, specialized training/apprenticeship and/or equivalent background in Electronics, Electrical Technology, a related discipline, or specialized training which provides a theoretical understanding of electronic disciplines.
• Associates Degree In a relevant discipline, equivalent trade school/military training, or comparable related experience in the biomedical field is desired.

EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND:

• Minimum 8 years
• Progressively more responsible related work experience in electronic inspection, test, and repair methods.
• Demonstrated eye-hand coordination, the capability to work with frequently used hand tools and small precision devices, a working knowledge of the manufacturing and test equipment required, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and converse in technical terminology, as well as be able to read and understand engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams, notes, and layouts.
• Must be able to perform a range of mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Must understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules.
• Desire demonstrated technical ingenuity and creativity to support/assist with design work.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to travel, including internationally.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Occasional or Regularly scheduled overtime is a requirement of this position.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated proficiency with non-contact measurement equipment such as OGP Smart Scope, Mitutoyo Quick Vision & Keyence IM systems

Please refer the Job description for details