Associate Validation Engineer

Purpose An engineering professional who applies engineering and scientific knowledge, mathematics, and ingenuity to complete basic engineering assignments related to a specific technical field or discipline. Responsibilities Responsible for compliance with applicable regulations and standards for Quality; Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Global Policies; AbbVie Engineering Standards; and other governance areas as applicable. Identifies areas of risk with respect to compliance. Assists in development and revision of procedures and standards. Facilitates the definition of a project scope with stakeholders. Converts goals to tasks and steps. Within structure, plans own work, manages several, often concurrent, tasks to accomplish assigned tasks to meet or exceed expectations (cost, quality, time). Participates in basic economic analysis and feasibility studies related to project alternatives under guidance. Jointly responsible for achieving the project’s financial targets in support of business objectives. Plans and conducts small‑sized assigned projects within engineering specialty requiring conventional types of plans, investigations, and/or equipment. Implements plans; initiates execution of own work plan; monitors executions for adherence to plan, e.g. documents work status and reports to management with appropriate frequency. Coordinates with technical support personnel to conduct prototype or experimental runs of products or processes. Assists in the training of personnel required for the operation of facilities, processes, and equipment. Establishes contacts with supervisor, project leaders and other professionals in group. Keep aware of the changing technical and competitive environment as it relates to the business and share with co‑workers. Participates and/or assists other engineers in the design of products/processes/equipment/systems/facilities by applying standard engineering theories, concepts, and techniques within the discipline. Investigates, conducts tests, gathers data, performs preliminary analysis, reports findings, and prepares and communicates recommendations and respective action plans. Interprets problems and either creates or modifies design solutions. Reviews existing layouts and standards and creates a proposed design. Applies standard engineering principles and methodologies to interpret, draw conclusions and recommend solutions for problems considering a broad range of factors. Improves methods/designs/processes. Recognizes and implements innovations and cost reductions. Builds relationships, initiates and cultivates open, honest relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors and vendors by establishing rapport, developing an understanding of others’ needs, promoting common goals, and following through on commitments. Conveys information effectively through verbal, written and presentations to stakeholders and team members, both internal and external to AbbVie, using appropriate communication protocols. Identifies ways to increase customer satisfaction. Documents agreements and commitments and keeps direct customers informed throughout the project or initiative. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or a closely related discipline is desired or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence. Entry level position, less than two years of experience is typical. Ability to quickly gain knowledge, understanding, or skill and willingly absorb and comprehend AbbVie processes, policies, and methods. Possess good human relation skills in both implementing and coordinating efforts involved across several disciplines. Interacts well with diverse groups within engineering and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators. Listens to and understands others’ points of view and articulates tactfully and respectfully one’s own perspective orally, in writing, and in presentations. Works well with other engineers in a collaborative, fast‑paced goal‑driven environment. Possesses interpersonal skills to negotiate and reconcile differences. Ability to recognize risks versus the relative gains associated with actions. Key Stakeholders Engineering Management Operations Management EH&S Management R&D Management Compensation & Benefits Compensation range: base pay compensation range is provided based on the job grade and may vary by geography and other factors. The range may be modified over time. Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical, dental, vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Eligible to participate in short‑term incentive programs. Eligible to participate in long‑term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. Equal Opportunity Statement AbbVie is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. 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