Graduate Engineer

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities will include (but are not limited) to the following:

• Develop and characterise device manufacturing processes for new commercial opportunities.
• Take responsibility for new equipment purchasing, installation and commissioning.
• Carry out validation work in accordance with the appropriate FDA and ISO regulatory requirements
• Work as part of project teams to develop new processes and deliver new products to the Manufacturing team.
• Identify and implement improved processes which will eliminate waste and deliver a more efficient and effective commercial result.
• Where possible, provide technical support on new technology and process development across the plant with an emphasis on supporting the development of robust manufacturing processes.
• Become proficient in the relevant manufacturing processes so that the incumbent has a strong understanding of the factors which will have an effect on qualifying manufacturing processes.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure Quality and EHS policies and procedures are adhered to at all times

Principal Responsibilities

Professional skills/knowledge

• Basic Project management skills
• Understanding of Teleflex Quality system
• Statistical analysis
• Structured Problem Solving techniques
• Understanding of Lean Principles
• Ability to drive projects to completion
• Technical report writing
• Process validations/FMEA's and protocols
• Understanding of Health & Safety - Machine safety, basic Ergonomics, electrical safety, Chemical safety
• Ability to generate and understanding technical drawing (AutoCAD/Inventor)
• Understanding of new product introduction process
• Ability to influence employees that do not report directly
• An understanding of Validation and statistical techniques and an appreciation of their importance and use.

Education / Experience Requirements

• A degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical or Polymer Engineering is essential.
• Genuine Interest in Engineering and medical device development.
• A strong technical aptitude and understanding of catheter manufacturing processes would be an advantage.
• A self-starter, capable of working closely with operations in order to proactively support the overall goals of the company.
• Ability to work under results related pressure to meet tight timelines and in hands on manner.
• A person with strong mechanical skills who is willing to take ownership for the provision of engineering support in this role.
• A person with strong communication skills.
• Understanding and appreciation of Teleflex ethics Standards.
• Thorough understanding of Teleflex processes and products.  

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

People

• Clear verbal and written communication
• Ability to lead meetings
• Ability to work in a cross functional team
• Ability to use interpersonal skills to deal successfully with day to day people related issues
• Ability to influence employees that do not report directly
• Demonstrates behaviours in line with Teleflex Core Values

Strategy

• Understand the key drivers of our business
• Understand the role of engineering and it’s impact on the key business drivers
• Understanding of how other functions interact to achieve the company’s organisational goals