Sr. R&D Technician

Sr. R&D Technician

Heraeus Medevio

Location Cartago

Permanent

Full Time

 

 

Job Purpose:

The Senior R&D Technician will play a key role in supporting process development and innovation initiatives within the R&D department. This position is focused on bringing technical expertise and hands-on support to the design, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for medical devices. The technician will act as a bridge between engineering and production teams, ensuring processes are efficient, well-documented, and aligned with quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

⚪Support the development, optimization, and validation of processes, tooling, and equipment for new product introductions.

⚪Perform advanced equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure reliability during process development.

⚪Execute complex product builds across all development phases, including feasibility, characterization, and validation.

⚪Collect, analyze, and report process data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

⚪Collaborate with engineers to design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements.

⚪Provide mentorship and training to junior technicians and operators, promoting best practices and adherence to procedures.

⚪Serve as the primary technical point of contact for pilot production and early-stage product transfers.

⚪Participate in cross-functional reviews and contribute technical input to project documentation.

⚪Apply lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

⚪Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices, safety standards, and company policies.

Requires Qualifications:

⚪Associate's or Technical Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. 

Experience:

⚪5+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing, process development, or R&D environment.

Skills & Knowledge:

⚪Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and validation protocols.

⚪Proficient in the use of inspection equipment and measurement tools (vision systems, micrometers, calipers, etc.).

⚪Hands-on experience with process validation, documentation, and transfer to production.

⚪Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.

⚪Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with SAP or similar systems.

⚪Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions and levels of the organization. Adaptability to dynamic work environments such as clean rooms, labs, and pilot production areas.

Preferred Qualifications:

⚪Bachelor's degree.