Job Title:
Graduate Engineer
Reports to:
Staff Engineer
Department:
Engineering
Purpose of the Role:
This role combines learning opportunities with the completion of product development and manufacturing projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and characterise device manufacturing processes for new commercial opportunities.
* Purchasing, installation, and commissioning of new equipment.
* Validation work according to FDA and ISO regulatory requirements.
* Work in project teams to develop new processes and deliver products to Manufacturing.
* Identify and implement improved processes to eliminate waste and increase efficiency.
* Provide technical support on new technology and process development.
* Become proficient in relevant manufacturing processes.
Competency Profile:
People Skills:
* Clear verbal and written communication.
* Ability to lead meetings.
* Ability to work in a cross-functional team.
* Interpersonal skills for day-to-day issues.
* Influence employees who do not report directly.
Strategy:
* Understand key business drivers.
* Role of engineering and its impact on business drivers.
* Understanding of other functions' interaction to achieve organisational goals.
Clients and Suppliers:
* Communicate technical information to customers.
* Understand customer relationships.
* Generate relationships with customers and suppliers.
* Deal with difficult customer communications.
* Influence customers when necessary.
Professional Skills/Knowledge:
* Basic project management skills.
* Teleflex Quality system understanding.
* Statistical analysis.
* Structured Problem Solving techniques.
* Lean Principles understanding.
Education and Requirements:
* Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical, or Polymer Engineering degree.
* Genuine interest in engineering and medical device development.
* Strong technical aptitude and catheter manufacturing process understanding.