Senior Engineer - Development Engineering

Abbott Diabetes Care designs, develops and manufactures leading-edge glucose monitoring systems and test strips for use in both home and hospital settings, and has recently launched a new class of technology that will revolutionise how people with diabetes around the world monitor their blood glucose levels.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electronic/Electrical Engineer to join our Development Engineering group in a Senior Engineer role.

You will be working in an R&D environment, part of a team designing manufacturing control systems. This incorporates PLC, HMI, Motion Control, Vision Systems, Instrumentation and PID control for desktop prototypes and modifications to manufacturing plant.

Specifically, your work will involve:

· Contributing to product development projects from initiation through to manufacture;

· Creating Electrical and Electronic Schematics;

· Wiring Electrical and Electronic systems;

· Design of Electronic systems and PCB design;

· Working with suitable suppliers for equipment, services and materials.

To be successful, you will need a formal qualification such as a HNC, HND or degree in an Electronic or Electrical Engineering discipline.

You will also need to be able to demonstrate proven experience in a related role in which you have designed complex engineering solutions and demonstrated a creative and innovative approach to problem solving.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a regulated environment such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals or healthcare.

In addition to a competitive salary, Abbott offers a highly attractive benefits package which includes a defined contribution pension scheme, a share ownership scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and a flexible benefits scheme which you can tailor to your own requirements. Relocation assistance considered.

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An equal opportunity employer - Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.