Senior R&D Engineer (Mechanical)

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Senior R&D Engineer works out of our Pleasanton, CA or Burlington, MA location. The Engineer is responsible for providing mechanical engineering support in the creation and the development of new medical device products (invasive and non-invasive).

• Researches, develops, designs, and evaluates mechanical and electro-mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes and/or equipment. Conducts feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality.

• Develops new concepts from initial design to market release. Directs support personnel and coordinates project activities.

• Write and submit intellectual property (patents). Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development. Investigates and evaluates existing technologies. Reviews or coordinates vendor activities to support development.

• Establishes and cultivates an extensive network of support to facilitate completion of assignments.

• Participates in the development of less experienced staff by setting an example, providing guidance and work direction, and offering counsel. May lead a project team. Participates in determining goals and objectives for projects. Influences middle management on technical or business solutions. May interact with vendors. Plans and organizes non-routine tasks w/approval.

• Initiates or maintains work schedule. Establishes priorities of work assignments. Exercises judgment in selecting innovative, practical methods to achieve problem resolution.

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Minimum 6 years related work experience with a strong understanding of mechanical engineering.

​Preferred Qualifications ​

• Masters Degree preferred

• Medical device experience