Manufacturing Engineer, Special Stains

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer – Special Stains to join our innovative team at Agilent Technologies. This role focuses on histology/pathology Special Stains and the dyes and chemicals required for automated staining processes for our Artisan Product Line.

Product Improvement

• Collaborate with Operations, Customer Service, and R&D Product Care to enhance product performance and reliability.
• Write and own stability protocols for Special Stain products.
• Review customer complaint trends or escalations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Investigate potential new stains or support New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives.

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Quality and Compliance

• Apply continuous improvement methodologies and ensure compliance with medical device regulations.
• Perform validations and associated activities for technical solutions.
• Drive CAPAs and resolve nonconformance issues to maintain product quality.
• Create and revise documentation for manufacturing (procedures, specifications, etc.).

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Material Cost and Supply Assurance

• Identify and qualify alternative materials to reduce cost and mitigate supply risks.
• Partner with procurement and external vendors to sustain product quality and meet production timelines.
• Collaborate to update product lifecycle activities, including BOM revisions, engineering change requests, and related documentation.
• Utilize digital solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and improve efficiency.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent work experience).

• 1+ year experience with Special Stains or Immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Broad understanding of medical device manufacturing and operating under change controls in a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of chemistry, pathology, or Special Stains.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments to drive changes.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot and drive product improvements.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least January 20, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $88,254.00 - $137,896.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds 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. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

10% of the Time

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Manufacturing