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Sr. Manager, Systems Engineer - Mechanical

Req # JR - 186699 Location Round Lake, Illinois, United States Job Category Engineering Date posted 09/30/2025
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Overview

Being an Engineer at Baxter means you play a critical role in helping us achieve our mission to save and sustain lives. From innovative product design through to production and patient delivery, our Engineers are key to delivering results for our customers and patients worldwide.

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  • Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • 2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Success Profile

What makes a successful Engineer at Baxter? Take a look at some of the top traits we’re looking for and see if you’re a fit.

  • Problem Solver
  • Analytical Thinker
  • Data Driven
  • Solution Focused & Results Oriented
  • Collaborative
  • Innovative

Sr. Manager, Systems Engineer - Mechanical

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This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives.

Our research initiatives and product innovations have a positive impact on patients worldwide. As a Senior Manager specializing in Mechanical Engineering at Baxter, your contributions play a pivotal role in creating meaningful change for others. It's demanding work—and you're fully supported. Our teams work collaboratively across functions and lead through influence. Whether guiding a team through a project or supervising direct reports, our research and development team is tasked with inspiring others to achieve desired outcomes.

Our colleagues within our R&D organization desire to work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. We are motivated by the power of teamwork and are natural leaders who are skilled at influencing others.

As a Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering at Baxter, you will apply your analytical methodology to swiftly pinpoint risks and opportunities for innovation. Demonstrating agility and readiness for action, you maintain composure in high-pressure situations.

Relocation assistance provided according to our relocation program.

What you'll be doing

  • Lead the mechanical development of complex infusion hardware, focusing on pumping mechanisms, fluid path layouts, and safety-critical features.
  • Ensure robust performance under varying real-world conditions.
  • Guide the integration of sensing and feedback systems to support closed-loop control and error detection.
  • Apply advanced engineering tools and practices to deliver high-reliability, manufacturable solutions.
  • Ensure all creations align with regulatory and quality standards.
  • Hire, mentor, and manage a team of mechanical engineers and technicians.
  • Foster a culture of technical rigor, innovation, and user-centered invention.
  • Promote cross-site collaboration and knowledge sharing across global engineering teams.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of mechanical invention experience in complex hardware development, preferably in medical devices or regulated industries.
  • 5+ years of direct people leadership experience with engineers and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong knowledge of medical-grade materials, fluid interfaces, sensor integration, and development for high-volume manufacturing.
  • Demonstrated experience with technical ownership and product delivery in fast-paced development environments.
  • Exposure to Agile hardware development, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), and lean engineering preferred.

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. 

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $144,000-$198,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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Hear from Our Employees

Our company is enriched by a diverse population of individuals in more than 100 countries that work to solve, innovate, manufacture and drive better healthcare options for patients around the world.

Meet Anwesha – recently promoted to Manager, she leads a team of software engineers for our Medication Delivery business.

“I grew up in a small coastal town in India called Bhubaneswar, where we have our own traditions and culture. I think this has helped me grow personally and professionally. Working with a global team at Baxter, my background helps me to be open, appreciate and relate to people from all different places.”

Meet Sam – he has been with Baxter for over 15 years, working as an Engineering Technologist in Round Lake, IL, US.

“I have a wonderful team. They have been flexible and open to the differences in communication methods and work style necessary for me to excel. If I didn’t have that support, I wouldn’t be where I am now and I wouldn’t have been able to advance within the company. I’m proud to work at Baxter.”

Meet Erika – she has been an engineer in Round Lake, IL, US for over four years, promoted to Senior Principal Engineer in 2019.

“My involvement with National Society of Black Engineers outside of work has afforded me the opportunity to manage Baxter’s external partnership with the organization, exposing us to networking and talent that can help drive diversity and innovation, and providing opportunities for more community engagement and involvement, which I know a lot of my colleagues like.”

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