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Varian

Tech-enabled radiation oncology hardware and software

Industrial Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUnited States

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is required.
  • At least 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment is required; medical device industry experience is preferred.
  • Experience in manufacturing process development, process validation, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement is required.
  • Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems is required; SAP is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence principles is required.
  • Experience applying Statistical Process Control (SPC), statistical sampling methodologies, and data analysis techniques to manufacturing processes is required.
  • Experience supporting Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, quality management systems, audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities is required.
  • Knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations, including 21 CFR Part 820 and 21 CFR Part 11, is required.
  • Knowledge of process validation methodologies and documentation, including Master Validation Plans (MVPs), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ), is required.
  • Experience with Bills of Material (BOMs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Device History Records (DHRs), process flow diagrams, specifications, and related engineering documentation is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and commonly used engineering software tools is required.
  • A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI), including developing manufacturing process flows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPIs), and supporting ERP activities such as Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Bills of Material (BOMs), manufacturing readiness, process transfers, and production launches.
  • Lead sustaining engineering and continuous improvement initiatives by applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational performance.
  • Use statistical methods, Statistical Process Control (SPC), process monitoring techniques, and data analysis to maintain manufacturing process capability, stability, and repeatability.
  • Investigate manufacturing and quality issues, conduct root cause analyses, and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to prevent recurrence.
  • Support regulatory compliance and quality system activities, including internal and external audits, inspections, process validations, and related technical documentation.
  • Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and training to manufacturing personnel and cross-functional teams to ensure consistent execution of manufacturing processes.
  • Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives, programs, and regulatory requirements to promote a safe and compliant working environment.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency in achieving objectives.
  • Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • A hands-on approach to identifying challenges, implementing improvements, and driving sustainable manufacturing solutions.

About the Company

Varian

Tech-enabled radiation oncology hardware and software

Varian, part of Siemens Healthineers, focuses on oncology by providing integrated radiation oncology solutions that combine software, hardware, patient data, and care teams. Its offerings include treatment-planning software, radiation therapy machines, and data-management systems that work together to enable precise cancer treatments. The company differentiates itself through an integrated platform approach and services like Oncology-as-a-Service (OaaS), which lets healthcare providers adopt advanced radiation oncology with ongoing service support rather than large upfront investments. Varian serves healthcare providers such as hospitals and cancer centers, helping them deliver coordinated care and improve patient outcomes. Its goal is to reduce the fear of cancer by using data and technology to support clinicians in delivering effective treatments.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA
Founded
1948

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