About the role

  • This position supports Engineering projects focused on new product launches and process improvements for manufacturing and service operations.
  • It requires strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, electronic devices, and medical device regulations.
  • The Process Engineer will execute projects related to process development, automation, robotics, validation, and reporting while adhering to quality and regulatory standards.
  • This role also oversees the quality inspection process for assigned products, driving improvements and making key decisions.
  • Closely work with HQ, ME-Manufacturing Engineering Team, and site engineering teams for development and implementation of New or enhanced processes.
  • Implement New Processes for service through optimization, improvement, root cause analysis.
  • Conduct bench testing on all products, hearing instrument components and processes within the AODC engineering lab.
  • Be a Subject Matter expert on end-to-end manufacturing processes such as 3D printing, assembly, Surface coating & curing, Electroacoustic Testing etc.
  • Validate processes as needed per the QMS & SOP.
  • Create a work instruction, Prepare Layout.
  • Leads Service Layout Changes by working with site Engineers and Streamlining the process.
  • Reviews and supports Validation of Service processes and changes in the region.
  • Own assigned product/process lines from process setup, scale up, sustainment and decision making.
  • Responsible for review and release of couple of products daily for quality inspections i.e. one of Sonova product Lyric.
  • Be the subject matter expert on assigned processes to resolve any process or material issues tied to the product.
  • Sign off on release of products to the next process step through thorough investigation, and analysis.
  • Provide guidance to the QA team on do’s and don’ts on inspection processes.
  • Maintain internal data collection, perform data analysis, interpret findings and disseminate reports.
  • Use the SonovaX tools to help drive Continuous Improvement within manufacturing processes.
  • Be part of Kaizens as Engineering representative to help improving operation KPI.
  • Recommend Optimal Layouts to improve the manufacturing processes of medical device.
  • Evaluate, prototype and develop manufacturing technologies and processes to automate Key process steps in the manufacturing process.
  • Develop New process to optimally manufacture electronic hearing aid devices.
  • Leverage already existing manufacturing processes from HQ and optimize the manufacturing processes through process development, automation and technology integration.
  • Manage Key projects from inception through validation and roll out.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering
  • Material science knowledge
  • 3-4 years’ experience in Process Engineering
  • Automation and Robotics Experience
  • Proficient in English
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Computer experience, working knowledge of Microsoft products including Office, SAP Experience (or other ERP system) a plus
  • AutoCAD, Solidworks knowledge is a plus, but not required
  • Strong analytical and organizational skill
  • Team player and go getter
  • A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage*
  • Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
  • TeleHealth options
  • 401k plan with company match*
  • Company paid life/ad&d insurance
  • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
  • Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
  • Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Legal/ID Theft Assistance
  • PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
  • Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hearing aid discount for employees and family
  • Internal social recognition platform

Job title

Process Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$71,000 - $102,600 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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