Job Purpose
We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our high-performing team. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with a background in manufacturing or mechanical engineering and a passion for driving process excellence in a regulated environment. You’ll work across packaging, sterilisation, shipping, product launches, automation, validation, and continuous improvement, with mentorship and system training provided. People leadership experience is desirable to support, coach, and mentor engineers and technicians, helping develop capability and accountability across the team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering initiatives with a strong focus on the full equipment and systems validation lifecycle (IQ/OQ/PQ) across packaging, sterilisation, and shipping processes, ensuring alignment with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
Evaluate, select, and implement new equipment, technologies, and processes through rigorous research, analysis, and application of engineering best practices.
Manage backend operations — including packaging, sterilisation, and shipping — to meet production targets and maintain seamless supply chain performance.
Drive automation and digitalisation projects to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance.
Support product and process validation activities, including documentation development and execution of qualification protocols.
Collaborate on new product introductions and technology transfers, ensuring smooth integration into existing manufacturing systems.
Identify and lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies to reduce waste and optimise performance.
Review and contribute to technical documentation, change controls, reports, and memos to support continuous improvement and knowledge transfer.
Provide hands‑on technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of learning and accountability; act as a people leader when required to coach, develop, and performance‑manage direct reports or project teams.
Ensure full compliance with GMP, FDA, BSI, EEO regulations and internal quality systems, supporting audits and inspections as required.
Actively participate in cross‑functional teams, working closely with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Operations, and Supply Chain to deliver business‑critical outcomes.
Education & Experience
Honours bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Biomedical Engineering.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (MedTech or pharma).
Proven experience in at least two or more of the following: Packaging; Sterilisation; Shipping; Automation; Validation; Process Improvement; Product Launches.
People leadership experience desirable — demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and support engineers and technicians, lead small teams or project groups, and influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
Strong understanding of GMP, validation protocols, and risk management.
Hands‑on experience with equipment troubleshooting, process optimisation, and documentation.
Familiarity with technical writing, including protocols, reports, and SOPs.
Key Competencies
Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to mentoring and team development.
People leadership capability — ability to support, develop, and motivate engineers and technicians; experience giving constructive feedback and driving team performance.
Detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email TalentAcquisitionIre@bsci.com.
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