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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Engineer I - **Company:** Abbott Laboratories - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $73,900.0 - $116,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Bluetooth, Mobile Application Software, Software Reliability Testing, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Test Scripts, Information Technology - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Georgia---Atlanta/System-Engineer-I_31158505-1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, or Software), Computer Science, or related discipline, * 6 months' experience in medical product development * Advanced Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, or Software), Computer Science, or related discipline * Class III implantable medical device experience, specifically supporting heart failure and/or cardiovascular systems and experience with biologic sensors (flow, pressure, EKG, etc) * Experience and expertise with systems consisting of hardware, software, mobile app, and cloud components * Experience and expertise with systems with RF, electromagnetics, ASICs, Bluetooth, and NFC technologies * Knowledge of a development process consistent with ISO, FDA design control standards or requirements, and risk management practices. * Experience effectively integrating information from varied disciplines including Clinical Medicine, Engineering, Marketing and Regulatory Affairs ## Description * Analyzes input requirements for medical devices and translates these into specific system requirements and interface specifications. Documents system requirements using requirement management tools, and supports requirement development by writing documents, reports, memos, change requests, etc. Updates and maintains feature specifications in narrowly defined areas for specific projects. * Participates in and contributes to the broad cross functional review of various design documentation and analyses. Presents systems engineering documentation and analyses in review meetings. * Plans, coordinates, and develops system evaluation and testing activities based on analysis of system requirements, user needs, and system design. * Simulates or tests aspects of new products or algorithms to evaluate prototypes, verify the design meets requirements, and validate whether performance and output meet customers' intended use requirements. * Provides input into the development of system verification plans and procedures. Executes procedures to conduct those tests. Documents results and writes test reports that demonstrate safety and efficacy of the tested product and are reviewed by regulatory bodies. * Conducts feasibility studies, benchmarking studies, reliability testing, and/or interaction testing. * Assists in troubleshooting issues to determine root cause and possible engineering solutions. * Applies sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving system-level issues. * Uses strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. * Multitasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in timely manner. Uses strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail, to complete tasks. * Works within a team and as an individual contributor with generalized supervision in a fast-paced, changing environment. 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