What is the role of a Biomedical Engineer?
Biomedical engineers play an instrumental role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical equipment, devices, and systems. They are responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining medical technology, as well as collaborating with healthcare professionals to address specific needs and challenges. Their expertise is essential in advancing medical technology while adhering to strict safety regulations and industry standards.
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Electrical Engineer
Location: Newburgh
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
As an Electrical Engineer you will be providing support to production, maintenance and engineering in this critical role. You will be responsible for electrical systems integrated with manufacturing and equipment in this production facility. Duties: Provide support for process improvements and new electrical systems in line with business plan. Coordinate all phases of assigned electrical engineering projects from concept, development, specifications, bids, design, manufacturing, equipment, commissioning through project closure. Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues. Problem solve and provide root cause analysis for long-term improvements of equipment and processes. Lead and participate in process improvements with multi-disciplined technical teams, maintenance and production. Mentor employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and processes.
Senior Environmental Engineer
Location: Coeur d'Alene
Branche: Mining
Expertise: HSEQ
Experience: 3 years
The Senior Environmental Engineer conducts studies, analyzes and synthesizes result data to determine the possible effects of mine development and operation on the environment.Duties:* The role involves collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. * Responsibilities include administering water quality and monitoring programs* Coordinates TRI, Biennial EPA Hazardous Waste Report, Annual State Hazardous waste report,* Annual Bio assessment, WET Test, Ambient Water Quality Report development and reporting.* Writes and updates technical documents such as SPCC Plan, SWPPP, BMP Plan, Reclamation Plan, SOPs, and Sampling and QA/QC Plans. * Calculates reclamation plan bonding requirements for mine closure.* Participates in and updates hazardous material/waste minimization, handling and disposal programs. * Assists with spill prevention and response programs.* Maintaining technical documents like SPCC and SWPPP plans. * The position also involves database management* Spill prevention, regulatory inspections, risk mitigation, and internal audits to uphold environmental and safety standards. * Additionally, the role provides guidance to Environmental Engineers and Technicians and collaborates with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
Project Controls Cost Lead - Miami Project
Location: Miami
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 4 years
Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of difficult project control problems through various methods such as using industry related technical knowledge, designing innovative short cuts, and reviewing engineering alternatives.
Senior Cost Controller
Location: Phoenix
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 4 years
Under moderate supervision, provides project controls support to Engineering and Construction in cost and schedule analysis, reporting, and general project controls support as directed by the Project Controls Manager. This may include but is not limited to the preparation, analysis and presentation of reports, charts, tables and information along with analysis of trends, project risks and forecasts. Validate the reported progress percentage based on the rules of credit established within the project with the contractors through spot checks of the design documents and/or construction progress. Develop progress measurement process for required scopes of work and update on a regular basis Review contractor schedules for accuracy and alignment with the overall master schedule. Reviews project documents, including design sets, to determine project milestones and sequencing and validate that the construction schedules comply with the project documents. Assist in processing of project change notices, maintain change logs as required and report on changes through company's Change Management System.
Lead Planner/Scheduler
Location: Safford
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 4 years
Guide and direct resolution of project difficulties and complex project control issues. Strong analytical skills required to review all project controls information and ensure accuracy as well as identify issues, concerns and potential mitigations. Interact with the Project Management and Corporate teams in the development of the project schedule and participate in regular project meetings. Gather information, conduct analyses and prepare reports and presentations of information to communicate potential issues and concerns as needed on the project. Integrate multiple schedules into a master project schedule. Identify, determine and communicate design changes, scope changes, schedule slippages and potential impacts and participate in the identification of mitigations. Ensure trends of cost and schedule are identified, well documented and ensure the change management process is followed, communicate, and suggest corrective actions. Coordinate with cross functional team in project setting, ensure project controls team members are interfacing with engineering, procurement, contracts and construction on concepts and relationships to the scope of work.
Field Execution Reliability Specialist - Delaware Site
Location: Midland
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 0 years
Quality Assurance & Control - Develop and implement quality assurance processes to monitor drilling and completion activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Risk Management - Identify potential quality risks associated with drilling and completion operations and develop mitigation strategies to minimize safety, timeline, and cost impacts. Inspection & Testing - Conduct inspections and testing of drilling equipment, materials, and processes to evaluate the integrity of casing, cementing, and completion systems. Documentation & Reporting - Maintain accurate records of quality inspections, test results, and compliance with regulatory requirements, generating reports to support continuous improvement initiatives. Collaboration & Training - Work with drilling teams, service providers, and safety personnel to foster a culture of quality. Provide training on quality standards and procedures to enhance operational performance. Continuous Improvement - Analyze quality data, identify trends, and recommend process enhancements to optimize drilling operations while reducing costs and improving safety. Performance Monitoring - Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for drill pipe and bottom hole assembly (BHA) performance in the Permian/Delaware Basin. Field Surveillance - Conduct rig site surveillance of drill pipe and BHA handling best practices. Service Quality Oversight - Lead non-destructive examination (NDE) assessments on inspection, machine shop, and hardbanding service contractors. Quality Planning - Assist in developing the UOG UNCON quality plan and associated work processes for rig contractors and rental pipe suppliers. Failure Investigations - Investigate drill pipe and BHA failures, including twist-offs, and provide recommendations for improvement. Data Analysis & Reporting - Develop a drill pipe and BHA management dashboard to track performance trends. Reporting & Relationships: Reports to Quality Assurance & Improvement Lead and/or Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager. Collaborates with Operations Superintendents, Drilling & Completions Engineer Manager, Continuous Improvement Team, Wells Delivery Operations Superintendents, Wells Delivery Drilling Engineering, and Wells Enablement Quality Team. Works closely with service partners and contractors, facilitating monthly NDT service partner calls. Support quality control efforts during execution of services. Work independently while updating Operations and Quality Leads on progress. Split responsibilities between office and field environments. Assist drilling and procurement teams in ensuring fit-for-risk application of goods and services. Leverage data from WellView to inform fit-for-risk decision-making. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE): Ensure all activities comply with company SHE policies, industry regulations, and API & DS-1 standards. Support the development of ExxonMobil employees, contractors, and the overall quality plan.
Project Controls Manager
Location: remote
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 5 years
The contract PCM will oversees project controls functional area for very large, multidisciplinary, high-risk, capital engineering and construction projects from FEED to operations. You will be responsible for project planning and scheduling, cost estimating and monitoring, progress measurement, risk management and reporting. Manage project controls personnel. Responsible for establishing operating policies to mitigate risk. Provides guidance and consultation for project managers and corporate management. Experienced with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role will be a 'hands-on' position with the successful applicant undertaking the day-to day cost engineering duties on the owner's team. Essential Functions:* Guide and direct resolution of project difficulties and complex project control issues. Strong analytical skills required to review all project controls information and ensure accuracy as well as identify issues, concerns and potential mitigations. * Interact with the Project Management team and corporate management team and participate in regular project meetings. Gather information and prepare reports and presentations of information as needed on the project.* Identify and communicate design changes, scope changes and schedule slippages and potential impacts and participate in the identification of mitigations. Ensure trends of cost and schedule are identified, manage change management process and communicate and suggest corrective actions.* Coordinate with cross functional team in project setting, ensure project controls team members are interfacing with engineering, procurement, contracts and construction on concepts and relationships to the scope of work and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.* Oversees project baseline process for cost, schedule and progress and ensure all project systems are implemented according to process and company standards and procedures. * Ensure full implementation of company processes and procedures as well as industry best practices with regards to project controls on the project following the company project stage gate process. * Establish risk management protocol which includes identification, documentation, mitigation and tracking of potential risks on the project. In addition, determine potential cost and schedule/progress impacts of potential risks as they are identified. * Ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentage based on the rules of credit established within the project. Develop progress measurement process for required scopes of work.* Establish and manage project schedule development, review and update processes and to ensure accuracy and alignment with the overall master schedule.* Manage and ensure all project required reporting is pared and submitted as per approved reporting schedule for the project.* Mentor and lead a staff of project controls team members, ensure project is staffed appropriately, conduct regular staff performance reviews and manage any staffing issues that may arise. Job Scope: * Nature of work: Works on highly complex issues and responsible to implement solutions. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. * Level of interaction: Leads the department with interaction with external piers in various departments, responsible for cross coordination between groups. * Autonomy/decision making: Works under very limited to no supervision and has latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines * Budgetary responsibility: Has moderate budgetary responsibility * Managerial responsibility: Leads large multidisciplinary project controls team
Cost Lead
Location: Miami
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 4 years
Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of difficult project control problems through various methods such as using industry related technical knowledge, designing innovative short cuts, and reviewing engineering alternatives. Analyzes, evaluates, and forecasts status against an established baseline schedule. Understands the construction methodology and can identify potential issues and impacts and propose corrective actions. Assess the impact(s) of design or construction changes and associated cost growth and/or schedule slippages. Evaluates proposed process improvements, requests for information (RFIs), and differing site conditions for impacts to the project in terms of cost and/or schedule.
Execution Reliability Specialist - Completions
Location: Midland
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 0 years
The Execution Reliability Specialist (ERS) ensures the quality, reliability, and compliance of drilling and completions activities. This role focuses on quality assurance, risk management, equipment inspection, and process optimization to enhance operational efficiency and safety. The ERS works closely with internal teams and external service providers to drive continuous improvement and maintain industry standards. Responsibilities: Quality Assurance & Control - Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Risk Management - Identify and assess potential risks, implementing mitigation strategies to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Inspection & Testing - Conduct inspections and testing on drilling equipment, materials, and processes to ensure integrity and compliance. Documentation & Reporting - Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and compliance with regulatory requirements, generating reports for continuous improvement initiatives. Collaboration & Training - Work with drilling teams, service providers, and management to promote a culture of quality. Provide training on quality standards and procedures. Continuous Improvement - Analyze quality data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements to enhance safety, reduce costs, and optimize operations.
Maintenance Foreman - Fixed Plant
Location: Mullan
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 3 years
The Maintenance Foreman will lead the salaried and hourly employees in maintenance activities of the fixed plant, HVAC equipment and facilities for both surface and underground, with mechanical support provided to other areas as required. Duties: Understand the Safety and Health Management System and lead employees in safe work practices. Oversee the work of the Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC groups. Understand, communicate and administer the site and department tech progression policies, including overseeing the training and advancement of hourly Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees. Understand, communicate, and administer the Hourly Incentive Program (HIP) and manage hourly Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees to the goals of the program. Ensure Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC efficiencies and performance in cooperation with Mine Operations. Work effectively with the Maintenance Planners, and Mine and Mill management to meet immediate and long-term Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC requirements and objectives in support of production goals. Planning, scheduling, and oversight of the execution of preventive maintenance. Manage fixed plant shutdowns, minimizing impact to the property. Manage emergency repairs to fixed plant and HVAC infrastructure. Continuously seek ways to improve the ease of maintenance, reliability and availability of the equipment using both formal and informal Reliability Engineering techniques. Manage and coordinate contract maintenance on fixed plant equipment for both on-site and off-site contract work. Ensure Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees are complying with the preventive maintenance schedule. Ensure the right quantities of equipment spare parts are available at the right time. Assign work orders to employees, set and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and quantity of work performed. Follow up throughout the shift to ensure performance standards are being met. Participate in and/or facilitate Risk Assessment activities as required. Participate in and/or facilitate the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) as required. Inspect daily operations and projects in process and upon completion to ensure the quality and reliability of work performed. Ensure all required paperwork is completed to the required standard, including shift reports, requests for materials, timecards, etc. Attend meetings as required, including training and department meetings. Perform activities of hourly employees supervised, per the collective bargaining agreement, in the case of an emergency, when necessary to instruct employees in their duties, for minor work that is unreasonable to assign to a bargaining unit employee, or to provide training for salaried personnel. Follow and understand MSHA rules and regulations, environmental rules and regulations, SOP and work area instructions, participate in safety and environmental activities. Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations and environmental policies. Supervisory responsibilities: Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Mechanics, HVAC Mechanic. Participate in employee relations/disciplinary meetings as required, including grievance meetings for hourly employees.
What do Biomedical Engineers do?
Biomedical engineers are tasked with various critical responsibilities. They analyze and assess medical equipment and devices to ensure their compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. They collaborate with healthcare providers and other stakeholders to understand their needs and design innovative solutions that enhance patient care and safety.
Biomedical engineers also conduct extensive testing and validation of medical technology to ensure its reliability and accuracy. They troubleshoot and address any issues that arise during testing, making necessary improvements and adjustments to meet the highest safety and quality standards.
In addition, in this role biomedical engineers often need to train other personnel on using equipment safely, conduct research on biological processes, and write reports on protocols and standards.
What are the required skills for a Biomedical Engineer?
To excel in the role of a biomedical engineer, individuals must possess a comprehensive skillset. Strong problem-solving abilities are essential for addressing complex technical challenges. Effective communication skills are necessary for collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, researchers, and technicians.
Moreover, biomedical engineers should have a deep understanding of medical device regulations and compliance procedures to ensure that the technology they develop meets all safety and legal requirements. Analytical skills are crucial for conducting thorough risk assessments and validation tests.
Where do Biomedical Engineers work?
Biomedical engineers find employment opportunities in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, research institutions, medical device manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies. They may also work with government agencies and organizations dedicated to advancing healthcare technology and improving patient outcomes.
Common Biomedical Engineer responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test medical equipment and devices, ensuring they meet safety standards and regulatory guidelines;
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to understand their needs and requirements, incorporating them into the design process;
- Conduct extensive testing and validation of medical technology, making improvements to enhance safety and efficiency;
- Stay updated with industry advancements and regulations, integrating the latest practices;
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to maintain the reliability and functionality of medical technology;
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and industry standards throughout the project lifecycle;
- Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to foster collaboration and achieve project objectives;
- Analyze and assess potential risks associated with medical devices, implementing preventive measures to enhance patient safety;
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the performance of medical equipment and devices;
- Keep detailed records of design, testing, and validation processes, adhering to documentation standards;
- Support the implementation of new medical technologies in healthcare facilities through training and education.
Qualifications for Biomedical Engineers
To become a biomedical engineer, candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field. Additional certifications in medical device regulations or quality management are advantageous.
Other essential qualifications include:
- 2-4+ years of experience in biomedical engineering or healthcare-related projects;
- Strong knowledge of medical device regulations and safety standards;
- Proficiency in conducting testing and validation procedures for medical technology;
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills;
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities;
- Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare practices;
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams;
- Dedication to ensuring patient safety and improving healthcare outcomes through innovative technology.
