Senior Engineer, Devices and Combination Product ...

Job Description We are seeking a Growth and Improvement minded Senior Engineer in Device Technology that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities. Invent Pursue the Most Promising Internal and External Science to Address Significant Unmet Medical Needs Execute Prioritize Resources Behind Our Key Growth Drivers (Oncology, Vaccines, Select Specialty Areas, Animal Health) While Optimizing Our Base Business) Adapt Develop Our People, Culture and Business Model to Evolve with a Dynamic Landscape Diverse Talent We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment with supporting leadership behaviors because having a high-performing, engaged workforce is critical to our ability to deliver innovative solutions to patients and customers around the world Values and Standards Our Steadfast Commitment to Our Values and Standards will Continue to Guide Us as We Take on New Challenges and Will Always be Fundamental to Our Success - They are a Competitive Advantage for Us Summary, Focus and Purpose The Senior Engineer is a key member of our Device Development and Technology Organization with responsibilities supporting the commercialization and sustainment of medical devices and combination products globally. Experience in authoring ISO-13485 and 21 CFR 820 compliance technical documents, design controls, device risk management, medical device, combination products, prefilled syringes, autoinjectors, and related scientific/technical concepts and techniques are a must for this position. The ability to apply these in a fast-paced operating environment to resolve issues and meet customer needs in a compliant manner are at the core of this position. The Senior Engineer will routinely face competing priorities, and must manage time effectively, while keeping stake-holders and team members informed with effective communication. This individual will be expected to function as an independent contributor, supporting global and site-specific projects, including those related to Combination Products and Drug Delivery Systems. The role includes leading, enabling or consulting in the development and execution of related strategic plans for problem-solving and continuous improvement by working with internal and external partners. The key stakeholders include our Company Manufacturing sites, External Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, Operations, Product Development groups, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, and suppliers. Key Functions Work Independently and as a Team member with Integrity Precision Accomplishment Motivational Ambition Respect Inclusion. Complete all activities with the highest regard for our Company divisional and local site procedures for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Understand the big picture, and how activities link to our Company strategy and business goals. Utilize device risk management tools to build device or combination product risk management programs in development and life cycle management. Utilize design control experience to develop value-add solutions to customer needs in medical devices and combination products. Secure early sponsorship and stakeholder alignment for projects and initiatives. Operate effectively as a leader in assigned roles. Demonstrate the necessary Inclusion skills to integrate inputs and perspectives from various sources, and communicate the decision to key stakeholders and sponsors. Solicit feedback to ensure that customer/stakeholder needs are the cornerstone of decisions and expectations. Lead technical investigations of medical device and combination product needs for commercial products. Facilitate technology transfer of medical device and combination products from development to commercialization. Education Required Technical BS degree or higher"‚"‚ Preferred BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or similar"‚"‚"‚ Required Experience Skills Knowledge Five years of relevant experience in medical devices or combination products Experience in design controls, ISO 13485, deviation management, change control, risk management/ISO 14971-2019 and the fundamentals of documentation structure/systems Experience with medical device combination product commercialization, operations support, and materials/components Proficiency in GMP documentation, technical writing and project management Principled verbal and written communications Preferred Experience Skills Knowledge Five plus years in medical device, pharmaceutical or in biotech organizations Five plus years in design control, risk analysis and change control management for medical device or combination products Demonstrated technical leadership to medical device and combination product manufacturing sites and functional areas, including the preparation of official documents Experience with pre-filled syringe design, process and development Experience with cross-function team project Experience in working with medical device suppliers Experience in design history file management #EligibleForERP NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS In accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions. If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor. Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission. Current Employees apply HERE (Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here ( if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights (EEOC GINA Supplement"‹ Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. 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This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as 'remote'. The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. Expected US salary range: $101,100.00 - $159,100.00 Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here (. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): NA Job Posting End Date: 09/20/2024 A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Job Posting End Date: 09/20/2024 A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID: R313442

Created: 2024-11-02