Design Verification Lab Technician

USA SOLVENTUM US LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Accounts

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Design Verification Lab Technician to support testing and development of medical devices at our San Antonio site. You will work with engineers to execute tests, fabricate fixtures, and ensure accurate data reporting.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience with engineering test equipment and familiarity with LabView or data acquisition tools. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience using engineering test equipment (e.g., Instron, data acquisition systems, environmental chambers).
• Experience in medical device research and development.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing across electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, chemical, or optical domains and reports data.
• Fabricate test fixtures and subassemblies under engineer guidance.
• Review test protocols and work instructions for correctness and completeness.
• Assist in developing test methods and work instructions with engineer or lab manager guidance.
• Care for sensitive and valuable equipment.
• Follow written instructions, engineering drawings, and verbal directions.
• Collaborate with engineers on assembly and testing of systems.
• Coordinate materials for testing and development.
• Facilitate testing by external services or regulatory bodies.
• Maintain control of equipment in labs and development areas.
• Shipping and receiving of test materials and products.
• Conduct lab safety inspections and document results.

Skills

Engineering test equipment

LabView

Data acquisition

Electronic components

Education

Associate degree in technical field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Instron

Data acquisition systems

Environmental chambers

Job description

At Solventum, we improve lives by helping healthcare professionals do their best work. Join a team using innovation and insight to make a real impact on the future of healthcare. All roles listed are with Solventum, and we’re committed to protecting your personal information—learn more in our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/

Job Description: Design Verification Lab Technician (Solventum) 3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives.

As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Design Verification Lab Technician you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Performs a variety of duties in the electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, chemical, or optical testing and data reporting.
• Fabricate electrical / mechanical test fixtures and subassemblies with guidance of engineer.
• Review test protocols and work instructions for correctness and completeness in preparation for use.
• Assist in the development of test methods, work instructions, and protocols through writing and review with engineer or lab manager guidance.
• Responsible for the care and use of sensitive and valuable equipment.
• Must be able to correctly follow written instruction, engineering drawings, and verbal instructions.
• Works closely with engineers for assembly and testing of systems involving electronic circuits and/or mechanical components, prototypes and complete product.
• Requisition and control materials needed to complete testing and development.
• Facilitate testing by outside testing services or regulatory bodies.
• Maintain control of equipment in product development areas, test labs, and equipment room.
• Shipping and receiving of test materials and test products.
• Perform lab safety inspections and document results.
• This role may also involve cross-training into software-related design verification activities, based on project needs and individual development goals.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Associate’s technical degree and 1 or more years technical experience in research and development of medical devices will be taken into consideration (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution OR High school diploma / GED and 3 or more years technical experience in research and development of medical devices will be taken into consideration (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution AND

In addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:

• One (1) year of experience using engineering test equipment (e.g. Instron, data acquisition systems, environmental chambers, etc) in a private, public, government or military environment
• Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Familiarity with data acquisition and control software, such as LabView and Agilent. Familiarity with requirements-based testing, either from physical or software systems (may be looking for particular discipline based on lab needs and upcoming projects for either software testing or hardware testing). Broad base of experience in the development and testing of electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical, optical, and fluidic systems in the medical device industry. Strong technical skills with electronic components. OSHA Safety Training Good verbal and written English skills. Good organizational and time management skills. Proficient with PC computer and Microsoft Office software. Flexibility with working hours. Overtime may be required as deemed necessary by business objectives. Testing may require long periods of sitting or standing. Lifting up to 50 lbs can occur. Use of hand tools and mechanical fabrication equipment.

Work location: Onsite San Antonio, TX Travel: May include up to 5% domestic Relocation Assistance: is not authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $45,360 - $62,370, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

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A new healthcare company with a rich history. With more than 70 years of delivering healthcare innovations, we continue to move the industry forward by helping to solve our customers’ biggest challenges.

20,000+ employees worldwide.

Healthcare that leads with heart and humility starts with listening and never finishes, only evolves.

As long as healthcare challenges remain unsolved, we will be here, united by empathy and a relentless belief that countless lives are improved through our work.

Operations in 38 countries. Driven by our dedication to improved outcomes for all we serve, we break through by making unprecedented connections that impact lives.

In more than 300 offices and facilities around the world, we work closely with customers and partners to create positive healthcare outcomes that transcend borders.

To realize our shared vision, we harness diverse talents and perspectives from every background to not only address our customers' most urgent priorities but anticipate the needs of the future.