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.About AbbottAbbott 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 AbbottAt 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) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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:Our Diagnostics business currently has an opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer. This position is based on-site at our Irving, TX office.The primary functions of the position are the following: The Principal Systems Engineer applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify a lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions.Evaluates customer and/user needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.Leads various analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture.Leads analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance and other specialties quality factors into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success.Guides the development of planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements, architecture, design, tools, risk, issues, opportunities and the technology readiness assessment processes.Resolves cross-functional organizational and technical issues.What You’ll Work On:Main ResponsibilitiesGuides the definition of system requirements, system specifications and input/output process, etc. Guides analysis of system requirements, user needs, system design, and coordinates system evaluation activities.Leads design reviews, development and testing to assess performance against design specifications, reliability testing, and assessment of system interactions. Oversees and guides the development of manufacturing processes and troubleshooting issues to determine root cause and possible engineering solutions.Oversees special studies or experiments to improve systems engineering practices, system quality, and define new components, products or processes.Guides application of sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving System level issues.Champions continuous improvement of processes and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/cross-functional groups and analyze activities to improve workflow and work processes.Promotes collaboration with various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology) through knowledge of the interaction between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business, Quality).Champions products and services that meet the highest technical and quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies and processes and embrace first-time quality as a way of life – not accepting, creating or passing any defects and speaking up.Leads and performs analysis of program technical and cost requirements to develop program affordability goals and objectives. Guides development and analysis of affordability initiatives and opportunities. Develops program affordability metrics data and supporting rationale that leads to sound decisions and quality results.Leads team members in the analysis of performance and suitability of system architecture by developing and integrating performance budgets and evaluating Key Performance Parameters (KPPs)/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs).Required QualificationsEducation LevelBSMSPhD Major/Field of StudyEngineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering) or related Engineering/Scientific Field. Experience12 years of relevant experience. Experience DetailsRecognized experience leading complex system and risk analysis.Demonstrated ability to lead and utilize data to make decisions and influence stakeholders.Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expert knowledge of Systems Engineering principles and concepts.Demonstrated ability to apply principles of systems thinking to accelerate performance.Demonstrated Customer Focus, making their needs a primary focus of one's actions.Preferred / Ideal Qualifications:15 ( ) years of relevant experienceAlinity h – seriesSystems, hardware and software integration experienceAbove work experience from any of the following types of manufacturing companies: hematology plant equipment, defense/aerospace technologies, or similar.DOORSSolidworksAPLM (or similar product lifecycle management tools)The base pay for this position is $102,700.00 – $205,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.Job SummaryJob number: 31059420Date posted : 2023-09-06Profession: Research & DevelopmentEmployment type: Full time