JOB TITLE
Assoc Quality Engineer
CLIENT
A prominent Medical Devices Company
CONTRACT
12 months initial contract (04/24/2017 to 04/23/2018) - there is a possibility of extension
LOCATION
North Haven Connecticut USA 06473
PAY RATE
To be discussed over the phone
EDUCATION
Required: Associate's Degree in Engineering or Sciences
Preferred: Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Technical Certification in Electronics
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 3 years related experience. Medical device experience preferred.
TOP THREE MUST HAVE
- Some mechanical knowledge
- MS Office Proficiency
- Flexible
SUMMARY OF POSITION
- Conducts reliability testing and performs failure analysis.
- Sets up and operates test equipment, documents results, and analyzes systems per detailed procedures.
- Maintains data and drawings, and repairs or services instruments and equipment.
- Works under close supervision to provide technical support at a senior level.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supports the Reliability Engineer in performing new and ongoing reliability testing.
- Assists with root cause analysis, including data analysis, trend identification, and common cause issues for systems, peripherals, software and components of low to moderate complexity.
- Provides technical troubleshooting skills to identify and propose solutions supporting business objectives.
- Recognizes common and routine problems of low to moderate complexity.
- Sets up, maintains, repairs, calibrates and adjusts equipment as directed.
- Follows inspection procedures and operates automated test equipment.
- Assists in repairing or refurbishing failed products during testing.
- Assists with building test equipment, test stands and fixtures as needed.
- Performs and documents work per Quality Systems Regulations policies and procedures.
- Generates data in a lab or product development setting.
- Manages impact on schedules and programs when results do not meet expectations.
- Follows detailed instructions and established procedures.
- Problem solving under well‑established policies and procedures.
- Contacts primarily with immediate supervisor and other department professionals.
- Provides support to other staff and may mentor junior personnel.
- Ensures adherence to good laboratory practices and safety procedures.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC / NON‑ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Other duties as assigned, with or without accommodation.
- Continue to develop skills through additional training and educational programs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic understanding of own GBU.
- Demonstrated knowledge of a specialized or technical field.
- Understanding of basic laboratory equipment.
- Effective communication and cooperation with supervisor and department professionals.
- Knowledge of Quality System Regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting expertise.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read detailed schematics, instructions, and drawings.
- Experience with electronic equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, multimeters, automated test equipment, microscopes, soldering tools, etc.
- Testing, prototyping, evaluating, and troubleshooting digital and analog electronic circuits.
- Knowledge of machining, tool building, and prototyping methodologies.
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods, mathematics, and materials.
- Experience in disassembly and reassembly of systems and test benches.
SKILLS / COMPETENCIES
- Functional/Technical skills.
- Action oriented.
- Peer relationships.
- Self development.
- Sound PC software knowledge.
- Manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for medical device inspection.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS / SCOPE
Regular contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor and other professionals in the department.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Office environment.
- Laboratory environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.