Engineer I - Manufacturing & Process Improvement

Requisition ID:  35100  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

The Manufacturing & Process Improvement Engineer I is an early‑career engineering role responsible for supporting manufacturing process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives activities within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. As part of the Global Engineering team, this role supports senior engineers and site leadership by applying foundational engineering principles, Lean tools, data analysis, and emerging digital and AI-enabled tools to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance. The position offers hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, quality systems, and structured continue improvement methodologies while developing core technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Manufacturing Process & Engineering Support

• Support evaluation and improvement of manufacturing processes, including assembly and related production operations.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and documentation for process development, improvement, and change control activities.
• Support manufacturing trials, process studies, and validation-related activities under supervision.
• Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality system requirements in daily engineering tasks.
• Assist with investigation of manufacturing issues through data gathering, preliminary root cause analysis, and documentation.
• Follow established engineering procedures, work instructions, and safe working practices.

Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with site goals for cost, quality, delivery, safety, and employee engagement.
• Apply foundational Lean and OpEx tools such as:
• 5S
• Standard Work
• Visual Management
• Basic time studies and performance metrics
• Value Stream Map
• Participate in Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Assist in maintaining Daily Management systems, visual boards, and performance indicators.
• Learn and apply basic problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA and root cause analysis.

Digital Tools & AI‑Enabled Support

• Use approved digital tools, analytics platforms, and AI-enabled applications to support engineering and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply AI prompt engineering fundamentals to:
• Generate structured analyses, summaries, and reports from manufacturing data
• Support problem-solving, root cause analysis, and improvement idea generation
• Assist with documentation drafts, standard work creation, and training material development
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure AI-generated outputs are validated, accurate, and compliant with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Follow internal guidelines for responsible, secure, and compliant use of AI tools in a regulated environment.

Collaboration & Development

• Work collaboratively with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations teams.
• Communicate findings, progress, and issues clearly to peers and supervisors.
• Receive technical mentoring and coaching from senior engineers and OpEx leaders.
• Actively develop skills in manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, data analysis, and responsible AI usage.
• Support a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. 

Experience

• 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing, process, industrial, or quality engineering.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Foundational knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret manufacturing data.
• Introductory understanding of AI tools and prompt engineering concepts, with a willingness to learn best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with standard PC software (e.g., Excel, Word, data analysis tools).

LOCATION

Lakewood, Colorado - Onsite.

TRAVEL

Some Domestic and International Traveling will be required, approximately 10-15%. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• General Labor Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, hand/finger dexterity, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, or transporting up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Target Pay Range:  $70,100.00 to $87,600.00  -  Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  7.0%

We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, from June 3, 2026. We encourage your prompt application.

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.