The primary purpose of this job is to apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. The following are expectations:
• Ensure Integer internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded. You Identify and evaluate procedures to ensure the production of quality product.
• Develop new and unique approaches to complex problems and can advance technology beyond previous achieved levels.
• Apply engineering concepts to resolve acute or chronic problems.
• Conduct studies to understand capability for process and/or measurement systems. Provides management with technical guidance as required.
• Identify and develop appropriate documentation for process improvement and project implementation.
• Maintain liaison with individuals and units within or outside the organization with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to their field.
• 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 support regulatory and agency inspections, audits, investigations, and inquiries regarding the control and assessment of product design and manufacturing quality.
• You will develop new test methods including design and manufacture of new tooling, fixtures, and templates.
• Carry out testing and validation of new test methods including gage R&R studies and statistical analysis of data through software packages such as Minitab.
• Update test method procedures and process standard operating procedures as required.
• Provide technical input into root cause analysis. Generate investigation reports within KPI metrics and timelines and route for approval. Participate and provide technical input on cross functional NPI team reviews.
• You will review procedures, protocols, reports, and other documents related to test method development, process testing and process validation which may be associated with new product introduction.
• Lead a Cross Functional Project Team, providing support and expertise for NPI. Participate and provide technical input in line with the product development process (PDP) and associated procedures.
• Ensure compliance at all stages of product development process (PDP).
• Support planning execution of risk management activities per ISO14971.
• Carry out periodic reviews of internal and external standards and identify potential gaps which require action.
• You will lead continuous improvement projects.
• You will assist with product transfers.
• 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 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.