Abbott Vascular Work Values

Daily Duties at Abbott Vascular:

Handled design control, satisfying product design deliverables pre- and post-market approval. Served subject matter expert in balloon technology, catheter design and coronary stent delivery system. Performs evaluation for Stent Uniformity of Expansion, Stent Length Change and Per Cent Recoil based on a non- contact test method. Performs data analysis and make recommendations. Responsible for the research, development, design and evaluation of mechanical and electro--mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes and/or equipment. Conducts feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality using the DOE per the JMP Software and the Design of Excellence methodology (Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Design for Profitability). Directs support personnel and coordinates project activities. Charged with investigating and evaluating existing technologies. Research various cost-effective, alternative approaches to current processes. Designs prototypes as well as tests and troubleshoots initial device concepts using the existing or new technology. Develops specifications for materials, and works with outside supplier to support development. Develops test equipment and processes to demonstrate product performance characteristics.

What they like about Abbott Vascular:

You highly value a work environment built on a formal structure, rules, and regulations. You do not enjoy the unpredictability of shifting priorities and deadlines that upset your routine. You require and enjoy direction, input and accountability as part of your work environment. You have a strong need to participate in making key decisions and feel left out if your superiors or co-workers do not seek your input when making decisions. You thrive on providing good customer service to both internal or external customers, and doing so makes you feel good.

Tags

Coronary Stent, Coronary Stent Delivery System, Engineer, Research and Development, Drug Eluting Stent, Pre and Post market, Design Control, Verification and Validation, Six Sigma, DOE (Design of Experiment), Risk Assessment, Initial to market release, Lean Manufacturing, Process optimization, develop new process improvement, process simulation

Skills

Strong Knowledge of Design Of Experiment, Experienced in Design Control, Process Verification and Validation, Subject Matter Expert in Balloon Technology, Subject Matter Expert in Catheter Design, FMEA Investigation Analysis , Data Analysis using JMP Software, Write understandable, effective and dependable validation and qualification protocols and test reports, Hands-on in building design prototypes from intitial concept to market release

These are some of the questions we asked our climbers about their experiences with Abbott Vascular: