R&D Test Technician

Advantage Technical; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 40,914 - 58,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Carlsbad, CA is hiring an R&D Test Technician to support testing of catheter-based medical devices in a fast-paced lab. This onsite role works with R&D engineers to perform mechanical, electrical, and functional testing of components and assemblies.

Candidates should have an AA or equivalent, at least 1 year of lab experience, and familiarity with tensile testing, microscopy, electrical measurement tools.

Qualifications

• AA or equivalent in a technical field.
• At least 1 year of hands-on testing or lab experience.
• Experience with tensile testing equipment, microscopy, electrical measurement tools, or similar laboratory instrumentation.
• Ability to work independently and follow technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct development and design verification testing of medical device components and assemblies.
• Perform tensile, flex, torque, balloon fatigue, burst, and catheter functional testing.
• Set up and operate semi-automated test equipment and fixtures.
• Accurately collect, document, and report test data following established procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and improve test methods and setups.
• Follow quality standards, technical instructions, and testing protocols.
• Utilize Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and data management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in technical field

Job description

Now Hiring: R&D Test Technician

Location: Carlsbad, CA

Pay Rate: $36.00/hour

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

We are seeking a detail-oriented R&D Test Technician to support the testing and evaluation of innovative medical devices in a fast-paced research and development environment. This onsite role partners with R&D engineers and technicians to perform mechanical, electrical, and functional testing of catheter-based devices and components.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct development and design verification testing of medical device components and assemblies.
• Perform tensile, flex, torque, balloon fatigue, burst, and catheter functional testing.
• Set up and operate semi-automated test equipment and fixtures.
• Accurately collect, document, and report test data following established procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and improve test methods and setups.
• Follow quality standards, technical instructions, and testing protocols.
• Utilize Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and data management.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• At least 1 year of hands-on testing or laboratory experience.
• Experience with tensile testing equipment, microscopy, electrical measurement tools, or similar laboratory instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and accurately follow technical procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous medical device industry experience.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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