Manufacturing Sr Engineer I

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Braintree, Massachusetts, US Until 9/19/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 21, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds. 

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.  We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.


What You Can Expect

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for providing manufacturing engineering services to support efficient manufacturing processes. Engineering services may include cell management, process development, project management, process validation, root cause investigation and troubleshooting. 

How You'll Create Impact

  • Creating, maintaining, and improving controlled technical documents such as prints, procedures, qualification and validation protocols and reports. 
  • Supporting a wide variety of processing applications such as drug product formulation and filling, steam sterilization, visual inspection, automated labelling, compound mixing, centrifuge, drying oven, dispensing and sterile barrier packaging. 
  • Execute validation maintenance activities for drug product manufacturing. Executing validation studies for equipment performance requirements. 
  • Initiate and manage change controls for changes affecting product and process performance and quality. Lead investigation and root cause analysis for manufacturing issues, and establish a robust resolution. 
  • Developing and executing project plans and schedules for medium to large projects. Report to management team on progress, risk and risk mitigation, and recovery plans as needed. 
  • Communicate (written and verbal) direction and project plans with appropriate personnel form other departments. 
  • Brainstorm ideas for cost savings and lean manufacturing. Balance opportunities and prioritize. 

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Skilled and knowledgeable in GMP manufacturing and regulations. In depth knowledge of ISO 13485. 
  • Knowledge with drafting and use of AutoDesk/ Solidworks. 
  • Ability to lead and prioritize multiple medium complexity project assignments and complete work in a timely manner. 
  • Good problem-solving skills through the use of quality and statistical tools. 
  • Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Experienced with control procedures, such as the Change Management System, Nonconformance Reports, Engineering Specifications, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and Work Instructions. 
  • Proficient with Statistical Process Control concepts, process development, Microsoft Office Suite and Project. 

Your Background

  • B.S. in Engineering with a minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience. 
  • Knowledge in Lean Principles and or Six Sigma or other problem-solving methodology is preferred. 

Travel Expectations

  • Up to 10% 

Expected Compensation Range

$80,727 - $100,909


EOE

About this role

Summary

Supports manufacturing processes, executes validation, manages change controls, and improves production efficiency.

Job title

Manufacturing Sr Engineer I

Experience level

3-5 years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

medical technology

Location requirements

Braintree, MA; remote not allowed

Salary

$81k–$101k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

GMPISO 13485AutoDeskSolidworksstatistical process controlMicrosoft OfficeProject

Preferred skills

Lean PrinciplesSix Sigma

Specializations

ISO 13485process validationproject managementGMPstatistical tools
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Braintree, MA, USA

On-site City