ABIOMED is a leading provider of circulatory support medical devices that offer a continuum of care to acute heart failure (heart attack) patients.  This is a unique opportunity to join a reputable, well-capitalized, growing company that has the exciting feel of a "start-up company" as we bring new technologies to the Cath Lab and the Cardiac Surgery suite.  ABIOMED is the developer of the world’s only fully implantable FDA-approved artificial heart, and the world’s smallest catheter-based Ventricular Assist Device.

Abiomed is looking for a Supplier Engineer who will serve as ABIOMED’s primary technical contact with all US based suppliers, lead all product development team’s supplier initiatives, second source critical suppliers, and establish “Quality at the Source” programs with key partners.  This role is a newly established Supplier Engineering function and is viewed as a key technical resource for the company’s continued growth.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend all product development project meetings and serve as primary liaison for all actions associated with new supplier requirements
• Outsource and transfer of sub-assemblies from internal production to suppliers
• Assist in the " Quality at the Source" program with the objective of increasing yields at the supplier and qualifying quality inspections at the supplier facility
• Proactively manage component obsolescence
• Supervise second source projects; continuously monitor risk of the existing suppliers /components as well defining  plans to mitigate said risks
• Qualify new suppliers and define necessary technical tests/documentation
• Support the transfer of product improvements into production utilizing Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Lead analysis of defective components found in Incoming Inspection and work with vendors to resolve
• Assist in technical qualification of alternatives for obsolete components
• Implement process improvements within supply chain

General Requirements:

• BS, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering preferred
• 5 years of professional experience showing detailed technical exchange with vendors
• Knowledge of polymer, machining, and/or metal cutting processes
• Knowledge of Process Capability and data analysis using statistical tools
• Good knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean and Design of Manufacturing.  Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a plus
• Demonstrated critical thinking in fast paced environment 
• Strength is working well in a team environment while continually and constructively challenging the status quo
• Dedicated, passionate and eager to learn
• Sound MS Office knowledge
• Willingness to travel, particularly to visit suppliers (30% required)

Abiomed (NASDAQ: ABMD) is a pioneer and global leader in healthcare technology and innovation, with a mission of RECOVERING HEARTS AND SAVING LIVES. Abiomed CEO, Chairman, and President, Michael R. Minogue, has focused the company’s efforts on developing ground-breaking technologies designed to assist or replace the life-sustaining pumping function of the failing heart. The Company’s portfolio of products and services offer healthcare professionals an array of choices across a broad clinical spectrum. From the world’s first total replacement heart to the World’s Smallest Heart Pump, 1/100th the size of the heart with rapid and simple insertion, Abiomed is dedicated to finding ways to bring the most advanced and beneficial technology to patients and physicians.

ABIOMED is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled.