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Advanced ME -Industrial Engineer

Philips is hiring an Advanced ME -Industrial Engineer. Level rates it ; you can apply on Philips.

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  • On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
  • The posting mentions industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering and lean manufacturing among its tools and skills.
  • Level classes it as a senior role.
  • Philips has 797 other open roles on Level.
  • Posted in the last few days.

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Provide manufacturing engineering support, drive process optimization and automation initiatives, and manage industrial projects.

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Job Title

Advanced ME -Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Advanced ME (IE)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provides first line engineering support to ensure stable production and manufacturing continuity.
  • Initiates production escalations and executes structured problem solving related to manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment.
  • Prepares, plans, and executes CAPEX projects and supports equipment installation, qualification, and improvement activities.
  • Implements LCM design changes and ensures smooth deployment into manufacturing operations.
  • Accountable for manufacturing master data integrity, including routings, work instructions, and process documentation.
  • Identifies and executes improvements in manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment to improve quality, productivity, and cost performance.
  • Drives manufacturing process standardization and promotes best practices across production areas.
  • Leads factory layout planning, material flow optimization, line balancing, and capacity improvement initiatives.
  • Applies Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) methodologies to improve operational efficiency.
  • Coordinates and tracks key factory improvement and transformation projects, ensuring effective execution and stakeholder alignment.
  • Utilizes data analytics and digital tools to support process optimization, reporting, and automation initiatives.
  • Supports smart factory, digitization, and automation projects.
  • Defines, executes, and controls validation activities related to manufacturing process changes.
  • Performs technical analysis and participates in feasibility studies.
  • Supports NPI, PDLM, and product lifecycle activities by providing manufacturing input and gate review support.
  • Responsible for sustaining process, equipment, and manufacturing performance after project handover.
  • Ensures compliance with quality, regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements, including ISO13485, QSR, MDR, and MDSAP.

Your are fit if:

Education

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related disciplines.

Experience

  • More than 8 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or industrial engineering functions.
  • Experience in medical device manufacturing and high-mix, low-volume environments is preferred; Experience in process optimization, factory layout planning, capacity improvement, or operational excellence projects is preferred.

Competencies & Skills

  • Manufacturing Engineering Fundamentals
  • Industrial Engineering & Process Standardization
  • Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
  • Factory Layout Planning and Material Flow Optimization
  • Capacity Planning and Line Balancing
  • Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
  • Project Management Fundamentals
  • Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
  • Data Analytics and Visualization
  • Integrated Supply Chain Management
  • Product Lifecycle Management Fundamentals
  • Basic programming and automation skills (Python, SQL, Power BI, VBA, Power Automate or equivalent)
  • Good teamwork and communication skills
  • Good English communication skills

Regulatory Knowledge

  • Familiar with ISO13485, FDA QSR, MDR, cGMP, and MDSAP requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

  • Strong analytical mindset with a passion for manufacturing optimization and continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive operational excellence.
  • Comfortable using data and digital tools to support decision making and process improvements.

How we rate this

Advanced ME -Industrial Engineer at Philips rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

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  4. Tell me about a project where value stream mapping was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Tell me about a project where process optimization was part of your work. What did you do?

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