Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.
We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!
Job Profile Title: Senior Staff Mechanical Sustaining Engineering
Business Title: Senior Staff Engineer
Department: Global Manufacturing Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Overview:
The Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer is a key member of Insulet’s Sustaining Engineering team, which is part of Insulet’s Global Manufacturing Engineering Organization. The Mechanical Sustaining engineering team is responsible for driving changes to current-generation Device that improve quality, reduce costs and ensure production requirements. The Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer has several key roles on the team. First, s/he serves as coach and consultant to other Engineers to resolve mechanical challenges that present during component manufacturing and assembly. Second, s/he will own high-value improvement projects. Finally, s/he will serve as a key resource to review and approve component-level print specifications to ensure GD&T is adhered to and that design for manufacturability is considered for all Insulet components.
The Ideal candidate will have significant experience with precision component manufacturing for high-volume assembled devices including precision plastics, metal stampings, screw manufacturing, and packaging design. The ideal candidate additionally has experience working with suppliers of custom precision components for use in medical devices, automotive, or another highly-regulated industry.
Responsibilities
· Advise teams of supplier engineers and quality engineers as they investigate and improve supplier processes, deploy tools and equipment at supplier facilities, and introduce new components to suppliers
· Provide day-to-day mechanical technical leadership to members of the Engineering team by being the subject matter expert on GD&T, principles of mechanical design, and equipment and automation knowledge
· Serve as the key signatory of Insulet component print specifications to ensure that GD&T has been adhered to and that design for manufacturability has been considered
· Lead critical root cause investigations and drive corrective action
· Lead continuous improvement projects, including identifying alternative, more efficient manufacturing methods, deploying automated inspection systems, improving packaging, as well as recommending and implementing component re-designs for manufacturability
· Design gauging and inspection fixtures/equipment in support of Insulet supplier metrology
Required Leadership/Interpersonal Skills & Behaviors
· Provide strong leadership through positive motivation, guidance, and open communication.
· The individual must be able to build the capability of others to assure successful project execution. Engages and energizes others to reach their fullest potential and performance. This can include, but is not limited to improving business process systems, developing training aides and SOPs, and providing effective coaching and feedback to subordinates, peers, and multi-level teams
· Naturally brings groups together to develop action plans and make and document decisions
Required Skills and Competencies
· Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and successfully executing against multiple objectives simultaneously
· DFMA, IQ/OQ/PQ, Six Sigma, Lean, DOE skills
· Strong interest in leading and developing teams
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Expertise with Solidworks / Pro-E and one of SAS, JMP, or Minitab
· DFMA, IQ/OQ/PQ, Six Sigma, Lean, DOE skills
· Working knowledge of MS Office, including Office Project software.
· Six Sigma Process Improvement Experience/Certification preferred
Education and Experience
· Minimum Requirements:
o A Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering.
o 10+ years of product development experience and in leading cross functional teams in a regulated industry.
o Experience in Medical Device development
o Technical knowledge and experience with complex electromechanical systems
o Strong technical, project, and people leadership capabilities.
o Proven ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
o Strong problem-solving capabilities.
· Preferred Skills and Competencies:
o Master’s degree in engineering.
o development and / or product sustaining environment.
o Experience with component design and material selection
o Experience with organized root cause analysis (5 whys, is/is not, Ishikawa, etc)
o Experience with formal Risk Management tools including Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
o Familiar with Medical Device regulations (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, 21 CFR part 820.30-Design Controls).
o Experience with projects involving domestic and international regulatory submissions.
o Demonstrated excellent project team skills as part of a cross-functional team that includes development/procurement/manufacturing/regulatory and quality experts.
o Cross functional team leadership experience a plus.
o Experience leading engineering projects
o Experience with continuous improvement methods and toolsets such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, CTQ and Critical Parameter Management. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.
o Experience with CAPA is a plus
o Experience in a project leadership role
o Statistical Analysis (t-test, tolerance interval, confidence interval, ANOVA). Familiar with Minitab and/or JMP.
o Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design & Finite Element Analysis. Advanced knowledge a plus
o Formalized problem solving (Cause and Effect, A3, 5 Whys8Ds, DMAIC, PDCA).
o Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast paced dynamic environment
o Ability to identify, organize, and judge priorities and make recommendations to management.
o Basic project management skills (advanced skills a plus)
o Ability to communicate and collaborate within a cross functional project team.
o Ability to present and communicate clearly and confidently to multiple levels of an organization.
o Strong knowledge of Product Development Process, Stage Gate Approach, and Design Control.
o Formal project management training (PMP).
o Experience leading organizational change management.
o Strong leadership skills (including
Additional Information
· The position is in-person at our Acton Facility
· Travel is estimated at 25% but will flex depending on business need.
NOTE: This position requires on-site working (requires on-site office/plant/lab work). #LI-Onsite
Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $104,600.00 - $157,250.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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