Job Overview

The R&D Technician V position is in the Advanced Engineering Department, which develops next generation products, processes, and technologies for medical devices and works closely with customers on new product prototyping. The Product & Process Development Technician will be responsible for the development of new products, process technologies and providing Engineering support to prototype development projects.

Job Requirements

• Complete prototype building and product testing in association with R&D Engineers.
• Ability to run multiple equipment and work with Engineering to troubleshoot issues with them during prototype building and product testing.
• Complete process development to support prototype development.
• Design of Jigs and Fixtures for test method development and process development.
• Preparation of SOP’s.
• Prepare and maintain Preventative Maintenance Schedules.
• Define, analyse, and control of process variables.

Additional Responsibilities

• Show customer focus at all times and be accountable for quality and timeliness of own work. Collaborate cross-functionally for the execution of own tasks.
• Execute testing suites included in testing protocols, compile and analyse data.
• Support structured problem solving for product/process development issues.
• Draft of health and safety risk assessment for testing and manufacturing procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair line defective equipment.

Key Requirements

• Knowledge of Medical Device development/manufacture with previous work experience in Design an advantage.
• Jigs & Fixtures design and fabrication experience.
• Experienced with all the Microsoft Office programmes, such as Excel, Word, etc. Knowledge of Minitab an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in lab testing equipment and execution of lab testing: e.g. tensile testing, torque testing etc.
• AutoCAD/Solid works experience preferable.
• Knowledge of design and lean Six-Sigma principles an advantage.
• Familiar with statistical data analysis.
• Experience/knowledge in the manufacture of composite shafts and associated equipment processes, including the following is an advantage:
• Braiding, Coiling, coating and Catheter assembly methods (such as lamination and tipping).

Further Key Requirements

• Dynamic, flexible approach to work with a results-oriented attitude. 
• Comfortable operating within a team environment.
• Motivated to work on own initiative.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Proven track record of excellent timekeeping & attendance is essential.
• Previous experience in working in GMP or cleanroom environment.
• Knowledge of good documentation practices and technical writing.

What your background should look like

• Level 6 degree in a relevant discipline or currently studying for a Level 6
• 6+ Years experience in a similar role an advantage

Competencies