Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Permobil is looking for engineering talent to develop advanced assistive solutions that improve lives. We seek individuals passionate about technology and continuous improvement.

• Develop comprehensive manufacturing plans for new products and implement on time and within budget.
• Reach out to and partner with internal and external resources to support manufacturing goals.
• Incorporate Lean manufacturing principles into strategy and processes.
• Understand and effectively use the Permobil ERP system (Dynamics 365).
• Stay current with new technologies and research options for facilities.
• Provide manufacturing input to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities and reviews.
• Review and approve product designs for optimized manufacturability and ease of assembly.
• Translate manufacturing and operational needs into product requirements and subsequent specifications.
• Develop and release process documentation with cross‑functional teams.
• Develop and execute process validation with cross‑functional teams; proactively determine measures and standards of success for project, product, and process quality.
• Lead manufacturing equipment selection process, from design requirements through release to production.
• Lead plant layout and design activities, including material flow, storage, and standard work development.
• Lead technical transfer of new products from R&D to operations.
• Support operations team in creating medical device documentation (technical documentation, standard work, PFEP, etc.).
• Prioritize and handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced and results‑focused environment.

You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious. You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you see the link between your work and positive improvements in the lives of users. You seek opportunities, go off the beaten track to chase your dreams, and prefer to find new ways of working rather than following the herd.

• Engineering degree.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing tools and applications.
• Understanding of industry and regulatory requirements such as Current Good Manufacturing Practices, FDA Quality System Regulations, and ISO 13485 standards (preferred).
• Experience with manufacturing quality systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing statistics and their application.

Permobil welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.