Advanced ME -Industrial Engineer

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

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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.

You 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.

Company

Philips

Royal Philips of the Netherlands is a diversified technology company, focused on improving people’s lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and oral healthcare.

Since the introduction of the first Philips light bulb more than 120 years ago, innovation and a people-centric approach have always been at the core of our company.

Our commitment is to deliver new healthcare and lighting technologies, as well as innovative and locally relevant consumer products that make a real difference to our customers, consumers and stakeholders across the globe. We believe that the best way for us to do this, is through deep understanding of people’s needs and desires.

When we bring the two together – people and innovation – we create the next generation of technology and things that people truly want and need. These are meaningful innovations that help people to be healthy, live well and enjoy life. This sets us apart and makes us Philips.

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