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Sr. Associate, General Engineering

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.

The Sr. Associate, General Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for analyzing technology trends, designing and modifying processes, and resolving engineering issues to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.

In this role, a typical day will include:

  • Perform specialized technical tasks and conduct research to optimize project outcomes.
  • Design new processes and modify existing ones to improve efficiency.
  • Evaluate and resolve issues related to manufacturing, design, quality, and material engineering.
  • Develop test procedures, estimate costs, and plan and execute projects while managing project and operational budgets and supervising contractors.
  • Establish engineering standards and budgetary controls.
  • Introduce new or modified equipment, tools, software, and systems.
  • Collaborate with others to assess engineering feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and customer demand.
  • Make informed decisions within the scope of assigned tasks.
  • Maintain strong attention to detail, effective communication, and task management skills.
  • Adhere to GxP regulations by following SOPs, maintaining documentation, and ensuring quality control.
  • Meet individual job requirements and contribute to organizational compliance.
  • Commit to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
  • 5 Years of Relevant Experience
  • Work Location: Onsite 
  • Travel Requirements: None
  • Relocation assistance: No
  • Sponsorship available: No

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience working in medical device manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
  • Skilled in identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to engineering challenges.
  • Experience conducting research and data analysis to support engineering decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • High level of accuracy in documentation, testing, and compliance activities.
  • Proven ability to design and optimize processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Knowledge & experience with engineering software tools and data analysis platforms.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

  • Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
  • Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves!
  • See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities!
  • Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

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Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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