Research and Developer Engineering Technician

ZipRecruiter; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Research and Developer Engineering Technician to support engineering activities in a dynamic lab environment. This role involves testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining lab equipment while ensuring adherence to safety and quality guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid background in R&D, with the ability to draft technical documents and build prototypes. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will drive impactful solutions and enhance product designs in the medical device field.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent with 4 years of experience in R&D Lab.
• 6 years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering activities such as testing, modification, and assembly.
• Collect, document, and analyze test data.
• Train lower-level employees and provide feedback.

Skills

Kommunikation

Problem-solving

MS Office

CAD Software

Troubleshooting

Statistical Techniques

Technical Documentation

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's Degree

Technical Degree/Certificate

Tools

CAD Software

Lab Equipment

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Research and Developer Engineering Technician for our client in Irvine, CA.

Job Title: Research and Developer Engineering Technician

Job Location: Irvine, CA

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $32.15/hr - $37.07/hr

Responsibilities:

1. Support a wide range of engineering activities such as testing, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly; may formulate and propose technical solutions.
2. Perform complex work using drawings, diagrams, instructions, layouts, or plans to test, check out, and troubleshoot systems.
3. Maintain equipment, including preventive maintenance, calibration, and services.
4. Operate lab equipment, including setup, cleanup, breakdown, and re-assembly.
5. Collect, document, and analyze test data.
6. Perform operational tests, identify failure modes, and propose solutions.
7. Validate test methods for equipment and product designs.
8. Train and guide lower-level employees on procedures and provide feedback to engineers.
9. Build prototypes and prepare feasibility test units, samples, or chemical solutions.
10. Design and build simple fixtures using sketches or CAD.
11. Create and modify drawings and procedures for fixtures, equipment, or processes.
12. Initiate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).

Required Skills:

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Problem-solving, root cause analysis, and good documentation practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CAD software.
• Understanding of lab equipment and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand procedures, drawings, and schematics.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques.
• Ability to draft technical documents and adhere to safety and quality guidelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent, or technical degree/certificate with 4 years of experience in R&D Lab or medical device field.
• 6 years of related experience required.

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