Join Our Team in Lafayette, COJoin our dynamic team in Lafayette, CO, a vibrant community nestled against the backdrop of the stunning Rocky Mountains. This location offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and thriving professional opportunities.Top Technical Skills Required for the Role:Mechanical Testing & Verification ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance and DocumentationMaterials and Process KnowledgeEducation and ExperienceEducation Required: BSME minimumYears' Experience Required: 8Work ScheduleThis position requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, on-site.Application and Interview TimelineWe are looking to fill this position as soon as possible, with interviews scheduled promptly upon receiving applications.Product Line SupportThis role will support the NPD- Athena product line.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment.Plan and arrange labor, schedules, and equipment for testing and evaluating standard and special devices.Provide test area with parameters for sample testing and specify tests to be performed.Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.Responsible for testing all customer samples and special tests not performed in the test area.Specialist Career StreamThis position is typically an individual contributor role with responsibility in a professional discipline or specialty.
The role involves delivering and/or managing projects and working with other stakeholders to achieve desired results. You may also act as a mentor to colleagues or direct the work of lower-level professionals.Differentiating FactorsAutonomy: Work independently under limited supervision to determine and develop solutions.Organizational Impact: May be responsible for entire projects or processes within the job area, contributing to the completion of work group objectives through building relationships and consensus.Innovation and Complexity: Address complex problems and issues, making improvements to processes, systems, or products to enhance job area performance.Communication and Influence: Communicate with senior internal and external customers and vendors, exchanging information to achieve objectives and influence decision-making.Leadership and Talent Management: Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within the job area, and manage projects requiring delegation and review of work.Required Knowledge and ExperienceThis role requires advanced knowledge of the job area, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. Practical knowledge of project management is also beneficial.Nice to HaveAdvanced knowledge of statistical analysis tools.Experience with automation or programming (e.g., Python, LabVIEW).Familiarity with CAD design for test fixture development.Prior exposure to *** products or medical device testing.Certifications in quality systems or testing standards (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ).