Supplier Project Engineer (hybrid)

Supplier Project Engineer

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom, and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

The Supplier Project Engineer is a key member of the Supplier Engineering group, which is part of Insulet’s Supply Chain organization. Insulet manages a global supply chain and sources precision components and commodities from around the world for use in its devices. The Supplier Project Engineer works closely with peers and leaders in Quality, Sourcing and Manufacturing to plan and implement new capital tooling and equipment at suppliers, carry out new product introductions, execute improvement projects, resolve business-critical technical issues, and investigate and lead corrective actions in response to quality issues across the supply base. An understanding of product performance with regards to measurement and tolerance as well as materials and material compatibilities. The ideal candidate has experience working with suppliers of custom precision components for use in medical devices and should have either strong mechanical/automation experience or strong process/data analysis experience. Six Sigma or Lean experience is a plus.

Have a strong quality background. The ability to prioritize day-to-day problems and occurrences. Experience with part/process risk mitigation. Candidates should enjoy the factory setting and be comfortable interfacing with and influencing supplier personnel ranging from shop floor operators to leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, manage and implement supplier capital qualifications from kick-off to implementation into production
• Generate and review supplier validation/qualification protocols and coordinate their execution and final reporting.
• Lead with teamwork and drive for results; able to work in a borderless organization and across multiple functions including, programs, engineering, purchasing and suppliers
• Project lead for all deliverables needed to successfully implement bespoke capital equipment and tooling at preferred suppliers
• Implement progressive quality plans that protect our manufacturing partners with zero defective components
• Create and manage component risk assessment and mitigation plans
• Fluent use of tooling design and DFM programs to design and standardize robust and optimum tools. Provide input to develop and execute DOE's, testing, and analysis. Understand contributing factors which influence component critical requirements
• All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• BS Engineering Degree (Plastics, Mechanical, Manufacturing/Industrial) or related field

• Min 3 years in industry (relevant co-op experience will be considered)

Job Description Summary operations. Ability to manage Supply Chain projects concept to production, including the authoring and oversight of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for component manufacturing processes and secondary

Good understanding of GD&T

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with one of SAS, JMP, or Minitab is strongly desired.

Working knowledge of MS Office, including Office Project software.

Six Sigma Process Improvement Experience/Certification desirable.

Regulated industry experience preferred.

Familiarity with cGMP practices desired.

An outstanding team player who seeks and values diverse input to hone ideas, but who has the experience to develop strong starting proposals.

Highly motivated, self-starter.

Appreciates the value of timelines and enjoys working in the focused environment that they create.

Physical Requirements (if applicable): Willingness to travel approximately 10% to 25% of the time

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office; may work remotely other days).

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet's flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas.

At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.