Novanta's Precision Medicine business develops advanced technology solutions that support life sciences, diagnostics, and medical device customers. Through innovative photonics, vision, precision motion, and automation technologies, the team helps enable critical applications including medical diagnostics, laboratory automation, drug discovery, genomic sequencing, and other healthcare advancements that improve patient outcomes around the world.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commercialization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Quality, Product Management, and Supply Chain to achieve project objectives.
Design, develop, test, and optimize products and systems to meet customer and business requirements.
Analyze technical issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Support product improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and design records.
Participate in product verification, validation, and qualification activities.
Provide technical support for manufacturing, customers, and field-related issues as needed.
Ensure compliance with applicable quality, regulatory, and safety standards.
Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience leading or supporting CAPA investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation within a manufacturing quality environment.
Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, supplier quality, or continuous improvement environments.
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and drive solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality and operational challenges.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T.
Working knowledge of quality systems, process controls, supplier quality management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout manufacturing and office environments.
Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment for documentation, reporting, and analysis activities.
Ability to participate in manufacturing floor activities, inspections, and Gemba walks.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment associated with quality inspections and audits.
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 10% as required to support suppliers, manufacturing sites, customer visits, training, or business initiatives.
Ability to travel domestically and occasionally internationally based on business needs.
Compensation and Benefits
The base pay for this position ranges from $77,330 to $115,600 per year depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic market.
Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.
Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
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