R&D Electrical Test Technician – Medical Devices

Boston Scientific; Clonmel; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific in Clonmel, Ireland, is seeking an R&D Technician S2 on a permanent basis. The role supports electronic test systems in a regulated medical device environment and involves hands-on troubleshooting, calibration and cross‑functional collaboration within an alternating Days/Evenings shift.

The candidate will diagnose faults, interpret schematics, and maintain equipment to ensure uptime and quality.

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 6 technical qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering.
• 2–3 years of experience in a technical support, test engineering, manufacturing engineering or equipment support role.
• Hands-on Electrical/Electronic experience is required.
• Experience interpreting electrical/electronic schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Fault-finding and failure analysis on electronic production test systems to identify root causes.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust and maintain manufacturing test equipment and systems.
• Perform test activities, analyze data, and prepare technical documentation from schematics and drawings.
• Support production floor activities with setup, inspection, repair and maintenance of test equipment, fixtures and materials.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to resolve issues and improve process capability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to improve equipment reliability and test system robustness.
• Ensure work complies with quality, site procedures and regulatory standards for medical device manufacturing.
• Communicate findings clearly and document issues with good written and verbal skills.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics interpretation

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

NFQ Level 6 technical qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Boston Scientific in Clonmel, Ireland, is seeking an R&D Technician S2 on a permanent basis. The role supports electronic test systems in a regulated medical device environment and involves hands-on troubleshooting, calibration and cross‑functional collaboration within an alternating Days/Evenings shift.

The candidate will diagnose faults, interpret schematics, and maintain equipment to ensure uptime and quality.