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Manufacturing Engineer (6-month contract)


Company : Saluda Medical


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-06-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Saluda MedicalFounded in 2013, Saluda Medical is dedicated to transforming patients'' lives with disruptive neuromodulation solutions. As leaders in the field, we have achieved exceptional pain management results through more than a decade of advanced research, development, and clinical experience. We are a global healthcare company redefining Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) therapy at the intersection of automated algorithms, real-time diagnostics, and groundbreaking clinical evidence. Our advanced neuromodulation systems for the next generation of implantable stimulation devices are distinguished by Dose-Control Technology via measurement of physiological response.What Were Looking For...Working with a team of engineers as ourManufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for:Contributing to the specification, design, development, and production of Saluda Medical products.Implementing and validating manufacturing processes within a production environment.Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, quality, and overall manufacturing processes of Saluda products.Please note that this is a 6-month contract.Your role will include:Production SupportSupport production as the Manufacturing Engineer on production issues in both cleanroom and externals manufacturing areas.Manage a variable workload to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as yield, routing times and uptime.Identify and implement permanent and effective technical / system solutions utilising problem solving methodologies to improve yield.Prepares charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste.Implement and support QA functions (quality records, product inspections, etc.) related to materials, supplies, and products throughout company.Support the supply chain and manufacturing operation to ensure continuous and uninterrupted flow of product and maintain production output per established schedules.Improve work instructions (WIs) used to build Saluda products. Incorporate the non-conforming report (NCR) process for physical dispositions, repairs, or rework and completes appropriate reporting and documentation.Work as part of production support team to drive product and process improvements/ developments.Process Design & ImprovementDevelop tools/jigs/assembly aids.Identify process risks and controls (pFMEA).Track and optimize yield and process capability.Ensure proper management of changes to processes.Process ValidationPlan and implement process validation activities (including tool qualification).Ensure processes can produce the required outputs with the required quality level.GeneralComply with all Saluda Medical policies, rules, and guidelines as well as relevant quality processes and procedures.Participate in department and project/team meetings.Contribute to improving quality, process efficiency, and continuous improvements.Maintain a tidy and safe workplace and storage areas.Maintain good team relationships within the company and with our suppliers.Other duties required from time to time directed by your manager.About you:A 2- or 4-year degree program in Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline.A minimum of 2 years experience in engineering in a manufacturing or production environment.Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience working in a quality-controlled environment.Ability to work in shop floor, laboratory, clean room, and office environments (standing and sitting).Manual dexterity in order to work with small tools, equipment, and be able to properly use optical microscopes.Able to work with chemicals and adhesives.Experience with computers: CAD/CAM design software, labelling software, word processing, and spread sheets.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong problem-solving and team working skills.Its not essential, but nice if you have:Have worked in a formal quality assured environment such as ISO 9001 or ISO 13485.Production scale-up and process development/improvement experience.Experience in medical device design and development.Knowledge of labelling software and physical attributes is advantageous but not critical.At Saluda, we challenge boundaries. We innovate and think beyond the conventional. We disrupt.Are you Ready to Join? If you would like to be part of our team developing the world''s next generation of implantable device technology, contribute to making an impact on patient care, then this is the opportunity for you! Please APPLY NOW!Applications will only be considered from candidates with the appropriate approval to work in Australia, no visa or sponsorship is available for this role.All eligible candidates are invited to apply. We respectfully ask for no agency approaches. #J-18808-Ljbffr