Controls Engineer I

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people. You are a problem solver. Complex projects or unexpected challenges are just opportunities to bring your considerable abilities to use. Whether working independently or with a trusted team, you are always ready to tackle a project and work hard to find solutions.

Your talent is needed across a wide variety of industries. As a Controls Engineer I, you have a wide array of career choices, but are motivated by the opportunity to work in a company that supports innovation, professional development, and a purposeful mission.

Your team

We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to take on sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment.

Our Engineering team is dedicated to quality. Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and our technical expertise and experience working in a manufacturing environment empower us to meet that challenge.

When you join us, you will work with a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

As a Controls Engineer I, you will have the opportunity to lead by example, and enjoy mentoring and learning from others. Here, you are trusted to manage your own time and are given opportunities to grow your career as you wish.

What you'll be doing

• Develops or participates in the development of solutions to problems specific to assigned project
• Participates in continuous improvement projects
• Works with manufacturing and other functional groups on manufacturing regulatory compliance issues
• Writes and/or implements, and reports on validation activities
• Designs and performs routine testing, project experiments, analysis of data and reports results
• Performs engineering studies on new equipment to determine accurate settings, control points, etc. including data capturing during start up and test batches
• Initiates new or revisions of protocols/operating instructions specific to the project
• Performs NCR/CAPA investigations and tasks
• Lead and complete change control activities related to equipment
• Performs work assignments within production department that include training and technical support
• Interprets, implements, and recommends modifications to operating policies where appropriate
• Assist in the design, installation and start-up of new equipment and systems as required
• Perform technical trouble shooting and implement problem resolution for existing and new equipment/systems
• Coordinate with multi-functional teams (internal and external) on projects relating to existing and new product lines
• The person in this position needs to frequently move between the office and the production floor
• Must be able to work in a clean room environment without daylight / windows
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to access machinery

What you will bring

• BS in Engineering required (Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering preferred)
• Experience in a regulated industry is a plus
• Strong accountability and ownership
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Knowledgeable in the practice and application of Lean Manufacturing
• Technical Software Skills Preferred:
• PLC: Allen-Bradley Control Logix, AB500, Safety PLCs
• HMI: Allen-Bradley Communication: Understanding of TCP/IP networks, RS-232 interfaces, Profibus communication, Fieldbus and HSSB
• Electrical: Hands on solving and diagnostic skills, understanding of Category 3 Safety Systems, E-Plan P8, AutoCAD, ability to read /draw schematics.
• Familiarity with drives (such as servo and VFD) motion control, encoders, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Robotics (preferred): Fanuc, Yaskawa, Staubli
• Vision Systems (preferred): Cognex, Keyence
• Programming (Bonus): C#, C++, VB, SQL Server

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $76,000 - $104,500 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.