This is an engineering technician position with an emphasis on electromechanical prototype build support, troubleshooting, parts inventory and management, and general lab support. The individual will work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers developing instrumentation that incorporates aspects of mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineering.
Position Accountabilities:
- Manage inventory and documentation of prototype parts for new product development efforts
- Assemble components, electromechanical sub-assemblies, PCBs, cables, and wire harnesses following engineering drawings, schematics, sketches, work orders, and/or verbal instruction
- Develop test methods and perform testing to verify correct assembly / functionality of prototypes
- Modify and repair components, sub-assemblies or PCBs
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Support mechanical, PCB, and/or firmware troubleshooting and issue resolution including operational test and fault isolation on instruments and subassemblies
- As needed, support coordination of the engineering department’s calibrated tools
- Other miscellaneous administrative tasks, such as lab organization, parts procurement, and shipping
Business Accountabilities:
- Assists in the definition, proof of concept, design, development, implementation and/or support of technical or business solutions by performing specific research activities or developments within the scope of the assigned activity
- Assumes responsibility for the identification of errors and related problem solving in order to identify the necessary activities to provide a solution
- Ensures quality of deliverable by following good design practices and department procedures for design control and/or good scientific practices to ensure scientific relevance.
- Creates appropriate documentation such as scientific communication, reports, meeting reports and other relevant reports within the function
- Defines priorities within the scope of the assigned activities to ensure timelines and quality of project(s) he (she’s) involved in.
Typical Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Engineering or minimum of 5 years relevant work experience.
- Medical device experience strongly recommended.
- Well-grounded in fundamental engineering design principles and test methods with demonstrated hands-on design competency working with complex medical instrumentation and test equipment
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Skilled at reading wire prints, schematics, engineering drawings, and assembly procedures
- Surface mount soldering experience strongly recommended
- Proficient in use of MS Excel and Word
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, interpersonal and collaborative skills
- Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks
