Description:
As a Software Engineer, you will assist the Equipment Engineering department to develop new manufacturing and test equipment and systems used in the development and production of medical devices. Independently or as member of a team, develop specifications, designs, plans, complex manufacturing and test equipment.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage database design, development, monitoring and SQL script authoring.
- Commission, test, troubleshoot and support existing and new manufacturing equipment.
- Work closely with customers in defining system requirements and propose creative and cost-effective solutions.
- Work closely with both internal and external specialists and vendors to complete equipment related projects.
- Write detailed functional design requirements. Develop detailed project plans and manage projects to completion.
- Contribute to all phases of software development including design, implementation, unit test, integration, release and validation support.
- Generate quotations, concepts, and business cases for new and upgraded equipment.
- Provide software input on design changes for new and existing systems aligning machine functionality to customer requirements.
- Build Quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements.
- Actively participate in departmental and plant Continuous Improvement through participation in Value Improvement Projects and Lean Business Process Projects as well as departmental standards.
- Ensure equipment solutions are delivered within planned schedules and within budget.
- Provide technical leadership on equipment related product and process issues.
- Proactively drive innovation and integration of new technologies into development strategies for the software team.
Your Profile
Key skills/knowledge/experience:
- Complete understanding and wide application of principle, theories, and concepts in the field.
- A full understanding of area of specialisation to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.
- General knowledge of other related disciplines, business unit function and cross group dependencies/relationships.
- BSc/MSc degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering or related discipline.
- Extensive experience in software development with experience and a thorough knowledge in the following: VB.Net, C#, VB 6, SQL Server, software testing, version and change management software.
- Working knowledge of Team Foundation server and associated build processes.
- Experience in a regulated environment with 21CFR Part 11 experience an advantage.
- Machine or device control design experience.
- Good working knowledge on the use of vision systems and associated tools desirable.
- SQL Server Reporting Services, web application development, HTML, JavaScript, WPF desirable.
- Excellent communication skills combined with an imaginative and creative approach to problem solving.
- Experience in Automation Testing with strong knowledge of testing lifecycle and principles.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with good multitasking and prioritisation skills.