Manufacturing Engineer Staff

Confluent Medical Technologies is a financially healthy and rapidly growing medical device company dedicated to working collaboratively with our customers, taking their projects from rapid prototype into high volume production. Our unparalleled technical expertise, proven experience and partnership with our clients has allowed us to perfect the process necessary to deliver world-class medical devices through innovative material science, engineering, and manufacturing. Our primary capabilities include: Nitinol components and tubing, balloon expandable stents and catheters, complex catheters, biomedical textiles, and high precision polymer tubing. We take pride in our position as the leader in the medical technology space and are driven by a passion to create products that our clients have envisioned for their customers.
At Confluent, we are committed to our values of teamwork, innovation, accountability, integrity, leadership, and customer focus, and we invest in a team who represents these values. Every member of our team plays a critical role in delivering life-saving medical devices through innovative materials science, engineering, and manufacturing. We are the medical device industry's most trusted partner, and we accomplish this with an organization focused on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, Staff to join our team in Costa Rica. This role is primarily focused on process optimization, manufacturing efficiency improvements, layout design, capacity analysis, waste reduction, and continuous improvement activities across multiple Value Streams. The position works closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to identify opportunities and implement sustainable improvements that enhance operational performance.
Demonstrates full use and application of engineering principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and manufacturing best practices. Provides technical leadership through influence and collaboration while supporting broad and complex manufacturing initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with local and company regulations, policies, and procedures for Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance.Properly document activities in accordance with engineering best practices, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.Work with R&D, Design, Development, Transfer Engineers, and Operations teams to understand products and manufacturing processes.Responsible for cost-effective manufacturing operations through the management of yield, material utilization, and process efficiency.Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.Lead manufacturing process optimization initiatives focused on improving productivity, efficiency, quality, and throughput.Develop and implement standard manufacturing methods and continuous improvement projects.Conduct engineering studies to optimize manufacturing operations, including: Time studies, Motion studies, Capacity analysis, Workflow improvements, Process flow optimization and Line balancingConduct and document time studies to establish performance standards.Execute cost analysis activities involving labor, materials, and manufacturing burden.Analyze and implement improvements to reduce operating costs and eliminate waste.Design, evaluate, and implement production layouts to improve manufacturing flow and operational efficiency.Develop, implement, and monitor manufacturing process controls and equipment improvements.Independently perform assignments while working toward defined project objectives and deliverables.Participate in the design and development of manufacturing equipment, tools, and fixtures.Participate in design reviews and pre-validation assessments to support successful implementation of new manufacturing processes.Set up and validate production lines as required.Lead and support product transfers and new product introduction activities.Collaborate across multiple Value Streams and functional areas to implement operational improvement initiatives.Build effective working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.Investigate, respond to, and support the resolution of quality issues when required.Support pilot projects focused on operational excellence and manufacturing transformation initiatives.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEBachelor’s Degree in Engineering required. Industrial Engineering is highly preferred.Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or other engineering disciplines may be considered if supported by relevant manufacturing improvement experience.Minimum 4-5 years of related engineering experience.Medical Device industry experience is highly desirable.Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal is a must. The position requires participation in meetings and collaboration with international stakeholders.Demonstrated experience in: Process optimization, Layout improvements, Production efficiency initiatives, Line balancing, Time and motion studies, Capacity analysis and Waste reduction projectsStrong computer skills, including: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft WordData analysis tools
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Manufacturing & Industrial EngineeringStrong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.Experience with process optimization and operational excellence initiatives.Experience conducting: Time Studies, Motion Studies, Capacity Analysis, Line Balancing, Layout Design and Productivity ImprovementsKnowledge of Quality Systems and Medical Device Regulations.Knowledge of Process Validation, Traceability, Risk Management, and Quality Systems.Technical skills in manufacturing processes, assembly operations, workflow design, layouts, tooling, and production equipment.Ability to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and train others.
OPEX & Continuous ImprovementBasic Quality Tools, 5S, Kaizen, Pareto Analysis, Ishikawa, Control Charts, Checklists, HistogramsAdvanced Quality Tools, Lean Manufacturing methodologies, Six Sigma methodologies, Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certifications (preferred)
Leadership & Professional CompetenciesStrong analytical skills.Ability to work with minimal supervision.Ability to influence without direct authority.Leadership through collaboration and technical expertise.Mentoring and coaching capability.Business acumen and ability to see the broader operational picture.Strong teamwork and stakeholder management skills.Accountability and ownership.Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Attention to detail.Ability to identify opportunities and propose innovative solutions.Excellent problem-solving skills.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Self-motivated and results-oriented.Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and multiple internal customers.