Associate Engineer

Job Description

Target PR Range: 25-35/hr

• Depending on experience
  
  

Currently seeking a complaints investigation technical investigator in our Complaints Trending and Investigation group. This position will report to Principal Engineer in Complaints Trending and Investigation group. In support of mission to serve patients, the Complaints Trending and Investigation group at is a diverse team working to continuously improve our clinical and commercial drug delivery devices in order to ensure supply and to optimize the patient experience.

The complaints investigation technical investigator will perform the device assessment of complaint samples using equipment such as the CT scanner, SEM material analysis, and Instron testing machines. S/he will be responsible for authoring the assessment report and communicating the findings and results to management and cross-functional team as required. S/he will be responsible for the validity and integrity of the evaluation reports. The Technical Investigator will maintain close interaction with the quality complaints owner. Additional responsibilities include supporting investigations by performing characterization testing, data gathering and analysis as well as supporting/leading root cause analysis.

S/he will also support the implementation, validation, and operation of the equipment in the CT&I lab, providing personnel training on the use of the equipment, developing and updating equipment procedures, participating in the monthly lab safety inspection, and identifying and reporting equipment repairs or maintenance. S/he will work with the vendor to resolve issues and suggest improvements associated with the operation of the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform device assessments of complaints and document results in a report.
• Perform root cause analysis investigations for mechanical and/or electromechanical products
• Complete evaluation and deliver assessment report on time per requirements.
• Support the implementation and management of the lab infrastructure, including all equipment used for investigations
• Provide requirements for lab and investigational equipment to device development teams in support of new device platforms
• Support characterization testing and data gathering for investigations
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree; OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related medical/biopharma development or Operations experience; OR
• Associate degree and 6 years of related medical/biopharma development or Operations experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s in Engineering, Science or Biomedical
• 2+ years of experience in complaints investigation within a development, manufacturing, post-market or equivalent environment
• Experience in lab environment
• Demonstrated competency in root cause analysis methodology
• Experience with assessment writing, process and test development and execution, and writing standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal skills
• Results-driven and detail-oriented
  

The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.