Research And Development Technician

Job Title: R&D Technician

Duration: 12 Months Contract with high possibility of extension

Location: 2131 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Interview Process:

1st: Teams with manager

2nd: Onsite interview (1 to 1/12 hrs. approx.)

Key Responsibilities:

• This role involves R&D testing of medical devices (catheter components, subassemblies as well as full catheter devices).
• Execute a wide range of tests including tensile testing, balloon fatigue and burst testing, and catheter functional testing.
• Perform development and design verification testing on catheter assemblies following written test methods.
• Work with engineers in the development of test setups and fixture implementation.
• Execute mechanical, pull tensile testing, flex testing, torque testing, and catheter insertion/retraction testing following engineering instructions and test methods.
• Execute semi-automated testing with meticulous setup requirements.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols and capture data accurately is a must.
• PC knowledge/experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and file sharing/saving abilities are required.
• Ability to execute repetitive testing in nature for short/long periods.

Quality Systems Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

Qualifications:

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in related discipline and 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience with tensile testing, microscopy, or electrical measurement equipment
• Ability to operate complex equipment; quick learner
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capable of reading and following technical instructions
• Good problem-solving and organizational skill

Preferred:

• Previous med device experience