Engineering Technician

Description

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
• 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
• 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