Principal Engineer, OpEx

Skaneateles, NY, USFull-time$112k–$154k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

No visa sponsorship

Core

Leading continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality in the medical device industry.

Role type

Principal Operational Excellence Engineer

Builds

Operational efficiency and product quality improvements

Domain

Medical device manufacturing / Operational Excellence

Required skills

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, process engineering, project management, data analysis, regulatory compliance (FDA/ISO), training and mentorship

Preferred skills

Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification, statistical analysis software (Minitab, JMP), cross-functional team leadership

Technologies

Lean Daily Management System, Minitab, JMP

Responsibilities

Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage OpEx projects from inception to completion, analyze operational data and performance metrics, provide training and mentorship on Lean methodologies, ensure compliance with regulatory standards (FDA, ISO 13485), collaborate with cross-functional teams

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership

About Baxter

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.