Global Development Engineering Manager – Tubing, Life Sciences; Remote, USA

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Were one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobains remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Global Development Engineering Manager provides engineering & technical support globally to standardize, optimize, strengthen and expand the Medical tubing product lines & overall capabilities.

Will navigate the complexity of a global business with shared sites, and lead strategic engineering projects while also maintaining tactical duties such as part-cost estimation. While the Global Commercial Engineering Manager does not have any direct report, they will need to be a strong influencer to ensure global exchange of best manufacturing process and driving collaboration between site engineering.

Will develop the vision/mission, including translating the business needs and strategy into a key actionable engineering plan short and medium term.

Directly responsible for the engineering tubing activities across the Medical site & shared site where we have medical tubing customers:

Portage, WI (MED site)

Taunton, MA

Beaverton, MI

Akron, OH

Charny, FR

Lyon, FR

Minghang, CN

Bangalore, IN

Primary Accountabilities:

1) Standardizing and optimizing the current medical extrusion capabilities footprint globally , based on the defined business strategy, product management direction and market needs.

Global alignment at front end of project inception prior to CAPEX approval to optimize manufacturing technology, ease of part build within manufacturing and improve business continuity while maximizing business value

Lead and develop network of extrusion experts across our shared MED site. Align and collaborate with MTI to define & translate BU needs into actionable projects.

Define the level of automation needed and design the automation elements in close cooperation with the Portage team and external experts.

2) New product development to meet specific customer requirements and new product introduction by working closely with R&D . Will assess feasibility, fit within the business strategy and provide the technical support required to design, develop and launch new product requests. Key in supporting the organic growth of our Medical tubing product line through the handling of Large Value Opportunities and constitutes a pivotal link between Sales, Marketing and Operations.

3) Providing technical support to customers and assisting Sales & marketing teams , including participation in trade events and face-to-face customer meetings. Offer expertise in manufacturing design, material selection, process development, and provide technical content (e.g., white papers) for marketing purposes.

Collaborate with R&D to develop appropriate test methods and prioritization of tests.

4) Project Management: Lead the cross functional teams providing a high level of expertise implementing manufacturing processes & equipment that ensure a standard, optimized approach is used to include writing or leveraging existing LS URS (User Requirements Specification) as a base for machine & equipment order

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Bachelors Degree – Engineering (mechanical, chemical, materials, technology, etc.); Required.

Advanced Degree – within Materials, Chemical or Other Related; Required.

7 years of experience – manufacturing – within engineering capacity (process, design, mechanical, materials, applications development, etc); Required.

3 years of Project Management experience of medium to large sized, complex projects; Required.

Experience in materials science – i.e. plastics, silicone, etc.; Required.

Travel upwards of 30% – related to critical projects/timeframes; Required.

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $99,900 to $154,800 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $112,887 to $174,924 . Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

LiveWell Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

Commuter Benefits

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child & Elder Care

PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

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Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world’s leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life’s critical moments.

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences.- Together, we’ll create a better life.

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