R&D Technician (Onsite)

Kardium Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an R&D Technician and play a vital role in developing innovative medical devices that improve lives. In this onsite position, you will support engineering activities, build prototypes, conduct lab tests, and contribute to enhancing manufacturing processes. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive environment and opportunities for career development. Be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation, making a meaningful impact on healthcare solutions worldwide.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Work flexibility

3 personal days per year

Support for overall well-being

Family building benefits

Career development opportunities

Professional membership support

Stock option plan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated industry.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build prototypes for new products.
• Perform lab testing activities and maintain organized lab spaces.
• Provide feedback on manufacturability and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Manufacturing Technician Experience

Good Manufacturing Practices

Excellent Hand-Eye Coordination

Strong Communication Skills

Technical Documentation Skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Req #219

February 11, 2025

Your Opportunity

Join the Kardium team and contribute to making a difference in the lives of millions worldwide. We have developed a groundbreaking medical device for diagnosing and treating atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder that can lead to stroke, heart failure, and other complications.

Kardium’s mission is to deliver the best treatment for atrial fibrillation. Our Globe Pulsed Field System stands out with unique, customer-valued differentiators, supported by a strong technical team and key opinion leaders who are already using our system and sharing our story.

Having completed our pivotal clinical study, we are now focusing on regulatory approvals and the commercial launch of our innovative technology, marking a significant milestone in our journey.

We are seeking a Research and Development (R&D) Technician

This onsite role is based in Burnaby, BC.

Meaningful Work You Will Be Part Of

The R&D Technician will support engineering activities related to the development of next-generation products and manufacturing processes, as well as improvements to current processes. The technician will report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Assembling and building prototypes for new products and processes following minimal instructions
• Assembling, building, and testing new production equipment with mechanical and electrical components
• Performing lab testing activities: collecting raw data and providing it to engineering for analysis
• Maintaining clean, organized, and well-maintained lab spaces and equipment
• Performing formal rework on non-conforming products
• Designing and building simple tools and fixtures for engineering activities
• Providing feedback to Engineering on manufacturability and improvement opportunities
• Drafting step-by-step instructions for new processes

What You Bring to the Team

Our team is innovative, collaborative, and passionate about developing medical devices that improve lives. We value trust and respect, believing that teamwork is essential to solve complex challenges.

Ideal attributes include:

• High school diploma
• At least 2 years of experience as a Manufacturing Technician in a regulated industry (medical devices, automotive, aerospace)
• Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices and working in a cleanroom
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, especially with microscopes
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills
• Interpersonal skills such as maturity, teamwork, respect, tact, and discretion
• Adaptability to changing priorities
• A proven track record of productivity and success

Compensation

The total cash compensation range (base salary + 5% RRSP contribution) is expected to be CAD 56,000 - CAD 69,000 annually. Salary offers will be based on experience, education, and qualifications. As a permanent employee, you will participate in Kardium’s stock option plan.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage from Day 1
• Work flexibility and 3 personal days per year
• Support for overall well-being
• Family building benefits, including top-up for maternity and adoptive leave, and fertility drug coverage
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Professional membership support

Life at Kardium

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and support employee resource groups that promote diversity and inclusion.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

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Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, BC, Canada