Engineering Specialist

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical device company is seeking an experienced technician to support product and process development. Responsibilities include testing, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate has an associate degree, seven years of relevant experience, and is proficient in MS Office and SolidWorks. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Additional qualifications in engineering and technical documentation are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of progressive experience as a technician or in a similar capacity.
• Ability to read, redline and create technical drawings and documentation.
• Experience in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and testing of completed units under operational conditions.
• Analyze test results data using statistical tools.
• Write test protocols and reports with engineering input.
• Provide technical direction to technicians.
• Fabricate prototypes and manufacturing tools.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, write and speak in English

Strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams

Good laboratory and manufacturing practices

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Bachelor’s degree in applicable science-related field

Tools

Basic Drawings (BD)

Manufacturing Processing (MP)

Quality Systems (QS)

SolidWorks

Job description

(Financial compensation packages may be higher/lower than what is listed, & will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.)

Perform medium sized and intermediate complex aspects of product/process development. Based on new product concepts and designs from engineers, support the development of products/processes for medical devices, including writing or verifying specifications and/or manufacturing procedures, designing fixtures and new products, and testing processes, equipment, and raw materials to ensure concepts and/or prototypes meet product/process development requirements.

What You’ll be Doing

• Perform set‑up and testing of completed units or components under operational conditions to investigate designs or to obtain data for development, quality, or manufacturing.
• Record and analyze test results data using basic to intermediate statistical tools, with input from engineering staff.
• Write test protocols and reports, with input from engineering staff.
• Set up, adjust, repair, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments, which may include electrical wiring and other components.
• Provide technical direction to technicians and engineering specialists to meet project goals.
• Fabricate intermediate complex prototypes, manufacturing process, tools, and fixtures.
• Create drawings for prototypes, manufacturing processes, tools, and fixtures.
• Generate intellectual property, writing invention disclosures, if applicable.
• Meet project goals with guidance.
• Support Production or Process Development as required.
• Comply with applicable Laws and Regulations, adhere to Quality Management System processes and requirements as well as demonstrate Ethics and Integrity in all matters and at all levels throughout the organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in a related field by an accredited body or an equivalent combination of education and years of related experience.
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience as a technician or in a similar capacity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Well‑organized and able to work in a fast‑paced, self‑directed environment.
• Strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and related programs.
• Good laboratory and manufacturing practices and ability to follow required safety procedures.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable science‑related field.
• Ability to read, redline and create Basic Drawings (BD), Manufacturing Processing (MP), Build Records (BR), and Quality Systems (QS).
• Ability to write and procure equipment to execute testing.
• Broad knowledge of the engineering or technical field, with the ability to read and prepare technical documentation.
• Machine‑building or equipment tooling skills.
• Knowledge of medical and technical development.
• Strong knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices.
• Experience in the medical device industry.
• Working knowledge of CAD software platforms such as SolidWorks.

EEO

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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