Boston Scientific Supplier Engineer III - External Products 

United States, Minnesota, Arden Hills 

608229640

Your responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with senior engineers to lead and support projects for product qualification, change management, process development, cost reduction, capacity management, and all related PDM activity
• Supporting product complaints and NCEP/CAPA investigations of defective components received to identify and address root causes
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to qualify and improve supplier processes; submit and manage manufacturing change requests as necessary
• Collaborating with suppliers and extended teams to investigate device issues and supply constraints using process capability studies, six sigma and value improvement projects; report on preparation, process and test documentation
• Troubleshooting new and existing product issues related to design, material, or processes; analyze and interpret test results and use standard reports and documentation communicate findings to key stakeholders
• Ensuring corrective actions are identified, implemented and controlled by suppliers

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any engineering discipline with a minimum of 3 years engineering experience
• Experience working with suppliers and/or contract manufacturers
• Experience managing technical problems and solution implementation
• Ability to travel up to 25% (domestic and international)

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in medical device or similarly regulated industry
• Ability to communicate effectively on all levels with strong technical writing and reporting skills
• Organized and detail-oriented; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop internal and external relationships
• Results-driven with strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Good understanding of statistical methods, problem-solving techniques, lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologies
• Understanding of design and process failure mode effect analyses (DFMEA / PFMEA)
  

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.