at Agilent Technologies, Inc in Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Job Description
Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.
Agilent Technologies is a global, diversified technology company, with over 14,000 employees focused on creating instruments for the chemical analysis, life sciences, and diagnostics industries. Our products are frequently behind the headlines in the news, from environmental regulations to new drug discoveries to Homeland Security.
As an employee at the Wilmington site a wide variety of unique options are available to you: flexible work hours, on-site cafeteria and fitness center with a variety of classes, basketball, tennis, volleyball courts, and more! You will also be able to participate in a number of different community volunteer projects. We are located midway between Baltimore and Philadelphia; just a 2 hour drive north to New York City or south to Washington, DC.
This opportunity engages you directly with the dynamics of a highly technical global team. As a member of the team, you will be directly involved in the technical and business decisions that drive high-impact and long-range sourcing initiatives to support Supplier Quality. As a part of Agilent's Instrument Manufacturing Procurement Team you will work alongside talented professionals who help make Agilent one of the world's leaders in the industry. You'll have the opportunity to network with other Agilent divisions, external suppliers and contract manufacturers as you devise unique ways to achieve superior business results.Responsibilities:
Ensuring that electrical parts and assemblies meet our high expectations for quality, reliability, cost and product safety.
Being directly involved in driving supplier quality programs and setting strategic direction.
Working in partnership with Agilent manufacturing, contract manufacturers, and R&D to ensure material supply, improve designs, reduce costs, and prevent defects.
Working on the development and implementation of the technology roadmap and advancing the use of technology in production.
Working as a global team member to develop and implement worldwide sourcing strategies.
Required Qualifications:
B.S. or M.S. degree or University Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
Typically 4+ years' relevant experience for entry to this level
Knowledge of printed circuit assemblies, power supplies, electronic assemblies or high voltage circuits.What could make you stand out:
Ability to influence change and lead others through change.
Ability to lead and plan project activities.
Ability to handle suppliers with technical requirements and time schedules.
Ability to assess risk and design appropriate plans to mitigate risk.
Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.
