Process/Project Engineer - Manufacturing

St. Jude Medical is dedicated to making life better for cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide through excellence in medical device technology and services. The Company has five major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiac surgery, cardiology and neuromodulation. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, the Company employs approximately 11,000 people worldwide. We are poised for continued growth. The company was named by Fortune Magazine as the top-ranked One of America's Most Admired Companies in 2007. Our success depends on hiring talented people that can make immediate contributions to our growing organization. We currently have the following opening in our St. Paul location: PRIMARY FUNCTION   The primary function of this position is to enhance existing and support development of new innovative processes for implantable bioprostheses. This position will also directly contribute to the resolution of technical issues for existing products and processes. This position may be responsible for defining and coordinating project activities as well as carrying out laboratory experiments, process development activities and product/process validations.  This position is a hands-on technical engineering activity specific to tissue products.NORMAL QUALIFICATIONS; EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Education:  - Bachelor of Science in biomedical, chemical or tissue engineering or chemistry or biology. - Graduate degree in a technical discipline a plus.Experience:  - 3 to 5 years experience working with tissue or biological materials. Implantable medical device manufacturing experience in cardiovascular implantables preferred, heart valve development experience a plus. - Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to tissue. - Familiar with standard office software products. - Working knowledge of statistical techniques. - Experience working with remote manufacturing facilities a plus. - Familiarity with Spanish, Portuguese or French language a plus. TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides technical leadership and support toward the development of new and existing tissue processes 2. Directly contributes to resolving technical issues and technical design work related to existing tissue processes and designs 3. Conducts feasibility studies to verify product design capability and functionality. 4. Writes protocols, reports, validations, specifications and manufacturing procedures 5. Follow procedures related to GLP’s, GMP’s, ISO and SJM Quality System 6.   Interfaces with remote manufacturing facilities 7.  Analyzes and interprets data, supplies recommendationsWe offer a highly competitive benefits and compensation package including medical, dental, life, vision, 401K with match, profit sharing, stock purchase plan, generous PTO plan, tuition reimbursement and more. St. Jude Medical, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We strive to provide opportunities to people who have the talent, interest, integrity and desire to work within an organization that will value and contribute to them. We are united and driven by our belief in the work we do. We know that a diversity of talented team members, committed to excellence, will keep our company vibrant and strong. This diversity may include a wide spectrum of attributes: age, race, gender, ethnic group, sexual orientation, physical ability, mental ability, religious affiliation, family, education and life experience. If you are interested in exploring this job opportunity with St. Jude Medical, visit “Careers” on our website at www.sjm.com and apply directly on-line to requistion #8011 or click on the link below. ApplyNow! St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce across all spectrums, including opinion and experience. We seek out creative, conscientious, confident individuals who thrive on taking initiative. In return for those qualities, we offer outstanding compensation, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.