• Job Description

  Req#: 31054822
  Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
  JOB DESCRIPTION:
  About Abbott
  Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
  Working at Abbott
  At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
  · Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
  · Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
  · An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
  · Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
  · A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
  · A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
  The Opportunity
  At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should have the freedom to enjoy active lives. That’s why we’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health more effectively and comfortably, with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology. Technical s pecialist with comprehensive knowledge in the area of software engineering and electrical testing. Helps drive the design and manufacture of continuous glucose monitors and wearable sensors and systems.
  MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop software (PC-application and embedded) used to test electronic devices through manufacturing.
  • Develop software tools for verification of hardware test-boards and product verification testing.
  • Assist with the design and verification of test systems used for biosensor manufacturing.
  • Provide technical guidance to external suppliers and third-party manufacturers.
  • Represent operations and R&D in cross-functional teams.
  • Steer PCBA functional test system architecture and roadmap to support multiple products.
  • Ensure that electrical design and test equipment meet applicable industry standards and regulations.
  • Write and submit Engineering Change Orders into our product life cycle documentation system.
  Desired Skills/Experience:
  • Application software development with C#, Python, C++ or a similar language
  • Embedded software development with C
  • Experience troubleshooting embedded systems and/or manufacturing processes
  • Electrical design experience or familiarity – should be able to understand electrical schematics and review printed-circuit board layouts
  • Familiarity with electrical lab equipment and testing – digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
  • Familiarity with wired and wireless communication protocols, e.g.: UART, SPI, NFC, Bluetooth
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  Education
  • BS or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, industrial engineering or a related field
  Experience/Background
  • Software Engineering
  • Electrical design and testing
  • Electrical or process verification and validation
  • Medical device experience preferred
  What We Offer
  At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
  • A fast-paced work environment
  • Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
  • Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
  • Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
  • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
  Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
  Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
  Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal
  The base pay for this position is
  $82,100.00 – $164,100.00
  In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
  JOB FAMILY:
  Engineering
  DIVISION:
  ADC Diabetes Care
  LOCATION:
  United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road
  ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
  United States of America : Remote
  WORK SHIFT:
  Standard
  TRAVEL:
  Not specified
  MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
  Not Applicable
  SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
  Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
  Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
  EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf
  EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

• About the company

  Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States.

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