Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer (VIP) at Cardinal Health

What Manufacturing Engineering contributes to Cardinal HealthEngineering is responsible for performing research and analyses to develop design options for components products systems and processes. Manufacturing Engineering is responsible for developing manufacturing processes production floor layouts and associated tools. Reviews new designs for manufacturability. Designs process improvements to reduce product cost process cycle time and improved product quality.Job SummaryVIP - Value Improvement Processes: This practice at Cardinal Health involves using methodologies like Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Kaizen to systematically cut costs reduce waste and improve efficiency such as automating tasks investing in employee training optimizing workflows and utilizing analytics to achieve higher production and greater customer satisfaction.The Senior Principal Engineer Manufacturing leads major product design projects. This role is responsible for the coordination and management of resources to drive projects to completion. The projects managed are highly complex and will require the management of teams from 4-10 dedicated resources. The job has autonomy and complexity reflective of driving multiple projects.ResponsibilitiesBuilds project plans timelines and budgets for complex design changes to Class 1 2 and 3 devices assigned to the job.Leads internal resources for project feasibility testing and exploration stage of projects.Directs validation testing from the necessary internal resources to ensure compliance and quality control.Tracks project findings and details long-term impacts and evaluation and reports to relevant internal management teams.Reaches out to internal resources to acquire the necessary resources and buy-in for assigned projects.Provides general guidance to Principal engineers regarding less complex and impactful design changes.Conducts in training activities and general team management.QualificationsBachelors degree in engineering or equivalent work experience in related field preferred8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong focus on process improvement preferredProven expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies preferredFamiliarity with automation robotics and plastics processing is highly desirable.Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading and completing cost reduction projects.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.What is expected of you and others at this levelApplies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts principles and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projectsParticipates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goalsRecommends new practices processes metrics or modelsWorks on or may lead complex projects of large scopeProjects may have significant and long-term impactProvides solutions which may set precedentIndependently determines method for completion of new projectsReceives guidance on overall project objectivesActs as a mentor to less experienced colleaguesAnticipated salary range:$115000 - $130000 a yearBonus eligible:YesBenefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.Medical dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programsApplication window anticipated to close:12/12/25 *if interested in opportunity please submit application as soon as possible.The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including but not limited to a candidates geographical location relevant education experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.Candidates who are back-to-work people with disabilities without a college degree and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression pregnancy veteran status marital status creed status with regard to public assistance genetic status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.To read and review this privacy notice click hereRequired Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1